Players Health Foundation · Grants Program

Safer sports.
More kids playing.

The PHF Grant Program provides funding and safety resources to youth sports organizations committed to removing financial barriers to participation — and protecting every athlete in their care.

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What's Included

Funding + Safety Resources

Accessibility Funding

Direct grant funding your organization can put to work immediately — covering the operational costs that make youth participation possible.

Registration & enrollment
Uniforms & equipment
Travel & tournaments
Coaching staff
Background checks
General operations

Safety Resources

Free

All grant recipients get access to PHF's Safety Hub — including abuse prevention training for every adult working with minor athletes.

Abuse prevention training
Policy templates
Safety Hub access
Compliance resources

Who Should Apply

Is your organization a good fit?

Serves underserved youth

Programs where cost is a meaningful barrier to participation for families

Youth-focused organization

Programs that work directly with minor athletes across any sport

Committed to athlete safety

Willing to implement safety policies and complete training for all adult staff

Ready to put funds to work

A clear sense of how grant dollars will reduce barriers for the kids you serve

How It Works

Your path to funding

1

Complete the application

Tell us about your organization, the community you serve, and how grant funds will be used to increase access for youth in your program.

2

Review & award

PHF reviews submissions and selects organizations that demonstrate genuine community need and a clear plan to put funds toward participation.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling cycle — you'll be notified of your award cycle at the time of selection.

3

Receive funds & Safety Hub access

Grant funds are disbursed directly to your organization. Safety Hub access and abuse prevention training begin right away for your team.

4

Get kids playing safely

Put funds toward the costs that matter most for your program, while building a safer environment for every athlete you serve.

Ready to apply?

Applications take about 20–30 minutes. Have your organization details and a sense of the community need you're addressing ready to go.

Organizations serving communities where the majority of families face financial barriers to sports participation are especially encouraged to apply.

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