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What we support

CAPITAL PROJECTS: Field lighting, renovations, and construction.

BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL PROGRAMS: Players and infrastructure equipment, uniforms, coaches training, background check fees, umpire fees, player registration fees, facility rental fees and field maintenance.

EDUCATION INITIATIVES: Programs, exhibits and other learning opportunities that use baseball and softball as its primary focus to promote interest and engagement in the game.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Up to $5,000 for players and infrastructure equipment. This rule also applies for public school booster clubs.

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What we don't support
  • Field and lighting capital projects with less than 50% of the project funding secured
  • Annual operating expenses including, but not limited to, fundraising costs, salaries, fringe benefits, insurance costs, administrative expenses, membership dues, advertising and promotional expenses, bank charges, audit expenses, and other third-party overhead costs
  • Travel teams, except programs supporting low-income youth players
  • Restroom, concession stand, and classroom construction
  • Individual player scholarships or sponsorships
  • Capital projects and uniforms for public schools and public school booster clubs
  • Private schools, colleges, universities, and booster clubs supporting teams from these types of organizations

How to Apply

Letters of Inquiry (LOI) for funding consist of three parts:

1. Information Form

Complete this form with all information relating to your organization and project.

2. Introductory Letter

Compile no more than a three (3) page introductory letter describing your organization and project. This is NOT an application; it is an initial proposal for consideration. Please review the full instructions for all information that is required in this letter.

3. Budget Proposal

You must use our template form. Complete both tabs of the template as it relates to your organization and project.

Submitting Your LOI

Please email your completed LOI to [email protected]. Your submission must include:

  1. Completed Information Form
  2. Introductory Letter
  3. Completed Budget Proposal

INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.

QUESTIONS? Email [email protected] or call (212) 931-7886

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline?

  • The Foundation accepts Letter of Inquiry submissions on a rolling basis throughout the year with no deadlines.
  • Please be aware that the full application process may take up to 6 months from the first step of submitting an LOI to finally being awarded a grant, should you be selected. For example, if you are applying for funding for your spring season starting in March, we suggest you submit your LOI in August.

How do I submit my inquiry?

  • Email your LOI to [email protected]. You will receive a status update within 60 days following your submission. The Foundation may request a phone call to review your project/program if it has additional questions.

What is the minimum or maximum funding amount that I should request?

  • Please note the Foundation does not set a funding range for grant requests. The Foundation recommends projects have secured funding from other sources prior to applying. Your organization should ensure the submitted budget includes full details of all program/project expenses as outlined in the budget template.