Biennial Grants is sponsored by Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority. Supports youth and amateur sports in Maricopa County, prioritizing first-time applicants and initiatives benefiting local schools.

Biennial Youth & Amateur Sports Grants in Maricopa County | AZSTA Application available July 1, 2026 The FY2026 quick grant funding has been expended and the next opportunity for the grant will be July 1, 2026. Please review the Quick Grant page for further grant details. ALL QUICK GRANT FUNDS HAVE BEEN EXPENDED FOR FY2026 - APPLICATION WILL BE AVAILABLE AGAIN JULY 1, 2026.

PURPOSE - Youth & Amateur Sports Grants are for promoting youth/amateur sports and recreation within Maricopa County and to encourage physical activity. Quick Grant funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to first-time applicants meeting the funding criteria and eligibility requirements. Once the funds have been dispersed, the grant will no longer be available for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute, the Arizona Sports & Tourism Authority (AZSTA) has been established in part to promote youth and amateur sports within Maricopa County. Quick grants are an ongoing opportunity for smaller projects up to $5000. This program was established by the AZSTA Board of Directors to provide "quick" solutions for youth and amateur sports/activity related equipment needs.

Applicants MUST be a Maricopa County agency, municipality, school district or any other incorporated public entity, (including any combination of the forgoing); OR, a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) non-profit organization, which have been operating in Maricopa County for no less than one calendar year . Proposed projects must also be located within Maricopa County.

Funding WILL NOT be awarded for: fixed overhead/administrative expenses (e.g. salaries, rent, utilities, etc.), loans/endowments/grants, conferences, individuals, tournaments, fundraiser, or benefit tables, travel expenses, tuition/scholarships, capital campaigns, funding to maintain the sustainability of an organization, program, or anything else deemed as not serving the youth and amateur sports community within Maricopa County.

Please review the Grant Application and Required Documents for detailed information. For questions, please contact: Grant Application and Required Documents MUST READ - Quick Grant Guidelines and Application Instructions Quick Grant Funding Application Overview Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute, the Arizona Sports & Tourism Authority (AZSTA) has been established in part to promote youth and amateur sports within Maricopa County.

The Quick/Program grants are an ongoing opportunity for smaller projects up to $5000. This program was established by the AZSTA Board of Directors to provide "quick" solutions for community needs. The Authority sets aside 5% of its annual YAS funding for this program and Quick Grant applications are accepted on a year-round basis while fiscal year funds remain.

AZSTA awards funds on a first come, first serve basis providing that the program's criteria are met. However, applicants who have previously received funding from AZSTA may not be as highly considered. Quick Grants are limited to two-thirds of the total cost for the project identified, up to a maximum of $5,000.

AZSTA, in its sole discretion, may award less than the amount requested. The applicant is required to contribute a minimum of one-third of the total project costs. Quick Grant funding is primarily focused on equipment related needs.

Factors considered in awarding grants will include, but are not limited to: Sustainability of program Benefit to a local school Benefit to the local community The Authority will not approve requests for items previously purchased or program monies previously expended. All items included in the project request must remain with the organization and cannot be kept by or given to the individual participants.

Quick Grants are made at the sole discretion of AZSTA.

Funding will not be awarded for: fixed overhead/administrative expenses (e.g. salaries, rent, utilities, etc.), loans/endowments/grants, conferences, individuals (tuition/scholarships/coaches, etc.), tournaments, fundraisers, or benefit tables, travel expenses, capital campaigns, funding to maintain the sustainability of an organization, program, or anything else deemed as not serving the youth and amateur sports community within Maricopa County.

Please refer to the application instructions for a detailed review of the funding criteria. The applicant must be a Maricopa County public agency, municipality, school district, or any other incorporated public entity (including any combination of the foregoing) or a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization, which has been in operation for a MINIMUM of one year (evidence required).

Applicants are limited to one quick grant in a 12-month period calculated from the date of the reimbursement. Biennial Grant recipients within the prior two fiscal years are not eligible for a Quick Grant. Applicants who have previously received funding from AZSTA may apply but may be placed behind first time applicants for consideration.

Quick Grant Budget Template (Excel format only). IRS letter determining 501 (c) (3) or 501 (c) (4) status (. pdf format).

Dated price quote(s) to support the pricing for requested items (. pdf format only). Booster Clubs, PTAs, or Parent Organizations requesting funds on behalf of a school must submit a signed and dated letter from the school principal, district superintendent, or athletic director acknowledging the grant application has been submitted and authorizing the club to raise funds on behalf of the school (.

pdf format only). Letters of support (optional) Other information as determined by AZSTA Frequently Asked Questions (F. A.

Q.)