NBA Foundation Request for Proposals – Summer 2021 (US)
Deadline: 18-Aug-21
The NBA Foundation is inviting qualified organizations to apply for a grant to invest in local and national organizations (with priority given to those operating in NBA markets) that promote school-to-career and workforce development opportunities.
The mission is to support organizations that provide skills training, mentorship, professional coaching, and pipeline development to foster employment and career advancement for Black youth ages 14-24.
Funding Information
The NBA Foundation will provide one-year grants. They expect to distribute approximately 20 grants this cycle. They will provide capacity-building support or program support grants and grants will range in size from $100,000- $1M.
The Foundation does not fund
In general, and except in specific circumstances, the NBA Foundation does not fund:
Direct donations or grants to individuals
Individual scholarships or sponsorships
Projects or programs primarily focused on serving adults over the age of 25
Political campaigns and lobbying efforts
After school or Pre-K programs
Hospitals
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for a grant from the NBA Foundation, your organization must meet the following requirements:
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Qualify as a registered 501(c)3 tax organization or a T3010 if operating in Canada
Focus on promoting school-to-career employment opportunities that target Black youth ages 14-24 years old
Serve a minimum of 25 youth annually across your programs
For more information, visit https://nbafoundation.nba.com/requestforproposals/