We believe sports have the power to change lives. But not all kids have the same access to play. Here are the barriers we focus on breaking down for kids to have more access:
EQUIPMENT
The disparity between quality and quantity of equipment continues to increase between low- and high-income families. Low-income families spend an average of $111/kid on equipment while high-income families spend $197.**
INFRASTRUCTURE
Studies conducted nationwide found that low-income and predominantly racial/ethnic minority neighborhoods are more likely to have access to smaller parks and green spaces, compared to higher income and predominantly white neighborhoods.*
LEAGUE COSTS
Most youth sports are run at the local level by volunteers with minimal budgets. Funding these local programs helps thousands of kids play sports each year.
REGISTRATION FEES
The average family pays $140 per child in registration fees to play sports.***
13.5M+ grant dollars have been given to support local community youth sports and public school athletic programs through the Sports Matter Community Grant Program.
$13.5M+
Grant dollars given to support local community youth sports and public school athletic programs through the Sports Matter Community Grant Program.
60K+
Pieces of equipment in 20 under-resourced communities across the country
6,000+
Registration fees covered for under-resourced youth.
1,500+
Leagues supported across the country to keep kids playing sports.