Indiana Sports Corp Youth Grant Programs

Indiana Sports Corp Youth Grant Programs

The Indiana Sports Corp Youth Programs Grants support organizations that provide underserved youth with the opportunity to participate in sports and fitness activities and teach life skills. Since the inception of the Grant program in 1988, more than $2.6 million have been allocated to 275 youth organizations to support their sports programming and initiatives. 

The grants are funded by the net proceeds of the annual Indiana Sports Corp Charity Golf Tournament, as well as direct contributions from many generous organizations like the Elevance Health Foundation, the Samerian Foundation, and Group1001. 

Following this round of grants being awarded, Indiana Sports Corp will be shifting our strategy in how we support youth-serving organizations in our community. Moving forward, we will focus on creating a greater impact by aligning our funds with Indiana Sports Corp impact programs held in conjunction with the world-class sporting events Indiana continues to host annually. Please note this change will not affect the 2024-2025 Inspiring Sports Grant Program process; however, it will be the final year for the program in its current framework.

We look forward to providing our youth-serving organizations with unique opportunities and experiences connected to our events and continuing to create meaningful impact in our community.

For any questions regarding the Inspiring Sports Grant Program, contact Senior Vice President of Events Christian Dempster at CDempster@indianasportscorp.org or (317) 237-5000.

2024 Applications Are Now Open

The 2024 Application is now open and accepting submissions through November 15.

To apply, log in or register for The Exchange. The Exchange is a tool that connects youth-serving organizations to resources like supporting companies and individuals that provide equipment, facilities, funding, and volunteers.

Learn more about the application process and grant guidelines, here. 

2022 Grant Recipients

More than $83,000 was awarded to 16 youth-serving organizations impacting nearly 40,000 children across the state of Indiana.

The 16 organization selected:

• Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, Inc. - Stirrup Strength & Success
• Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart County - Intramural Sports
• Boys & Girls Club of Greater Northwest Indiana - East Chicago Club Lacrosse
• Boys & Girls Club of Indianapolis, Keenan Stahl - Diversity in Aquatics Exploration and Skills Development 2024
• Concord Center Association, Inc. – Youth Development
• Girls On The Run - Inclusion Initiative
• Greenwood Park Foundation – Outdoor Tiny Soccer
• Horizon's at St. Richard's Episcopal School - Summer Swimming & Healthy Bodies Program
• Indy Yoga Movement
• John Boner Neighborhood Centers - EDGE
• Joseph Maley Foundation – Fitness Program
• NXG Youth Motorsports, Inc. - NXG Youth Motorsports Academy
• Opportunity Enterprises - Accessible Sports Camp
• Perry Meridian Lacrosse
• Perry Township Education Foundation - High 9 Square Game
• Save Our Sports - Right Start Program