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Small Grant Cycle is sponsored by La84 Foundation. The Small Grant Cycle supports youth sports programs, sports equipment purchases, and the renovation or refurbishment of fields and facilities. The foundation prioritizes programs that promote sports exposure and exploration for youth in under-resourced communities, emphasizing play equity and positive youth development. Funding is typically used for program costs, coach stipends, and organizational capacity to deliver sport and play activities.
Geographic focus: Southern California (Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties)
Focus areas: Youth Sports, Play Equity, Girls in Sports, School-based Sports Programs, Adaptive Sports, Coaching Education
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information $5,000 - $25,000; eligibility guidance 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public agencies serving youth under age 18 in the eight southernmost counties of California. Applicants must have written child safety policies addressing sexual abuse prevention and must serve high-need communities. Priority is given to programs that are free or very low-cost. Elite/club sports models with high fees and single schools (as opposed to district-wide systems) are generally ineligible.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public agencies serving youth under age 18 in the eight southernmost counties of California. Applicants must have written child safety policies addressing sexual abuse prevention and must serve high-need communities. Priority is given to programs that are free or very low-cost. Elite/club sports models with high fees and single schools (as opposed to district-wide systems) are generally ineligible. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $5,000 - $25,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
