$180K Play Collective Youth Sport Grants

A three‑year grant and capacity‑building program designed to strengthen community‑based organizations advancing inclusive sport and physical activity for children and youth. The program focuses on reducing barriers, increasing sustained participation, and building belonging for marginalized young people.

Benefits include:

• Grants of up to $180,000 USD over three years
• Capacity‑building support and organizational development
• Participation in a structured Community of Practice for collective learning
• Strategic collaboration and networking with other grantees
• Visibility through adidas Foundation and Beyond Sport platforms

• Applicant must be a nonprofit organization within 50 miles of a FIFA World Cup 2026 host stadium
• Use sport (including soccer) as a tool for inclusive youth development
• Ensure at least 60% of participating youth come from adidas Foundation focus communities:
• Youth with disabilities
• Girls and young women
• LGBTQIA+ youth
• Youth experiencing racial/ethnic discrimination
• Application submitted by March 22, 2026
• Running a project or organization