Youth Sports Grant Program

Youth Sports Grant Program 

The Youth Sports Grant Program established pursuant to CGS §4-68aaa provides grants to distressed municipalities for the support of eligible organizations in such municipalities. Such grants shall be disbursed by a distressed municipality to be used by eligible organizations for the expenses of operating sports programs and sports activities in such municipality, including, but not limited to, personnel, equipment, insurance, permits, training and facility fees, renovation of sports facilities and refurbishment of playing fields and to help defray or eliminate participant registration fees.

Priority for grants under the program shall be given to sports programs and sports activities that (A) provide adaptive sports for children and young adults with disabilities, or (B) seek to foster improved outcomes in (i) mental health through social and emotional skills development, (ii) educational achievements through increased attendance and attainment, or (iii) community cohesion by strengthening cooperation, teamwork and leadership.

Pursuant to CGS Section 12-867, two percent of the monthly state revenue from sports wagering is deposited into a non-lapsing account.

• Program Guidelines
• Application

Contact: Elizabeth.Gallo@ct.gov  860.418.6308