Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation – Diamondbacks Give Back PLAY BALL Fund (2026)
Grants Supporting Youth Sports Teams, Leagues, and Organizations Across Arizona
The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation and Arizona Complete Health are investing in youth sports through the Diamondbacks Give Back PLAY BALL Fund. In 2026, the fund will provide $90,000 to support youth teams, leagues, and organizations across Arizona.
Arizona youth sports programs may apply for grants of up to $1,000 to help cover player equipment, player or coach training, player fee assistance, or facility upgrades. Priority is given to baseball and softball programs, though other sports may be considered.
Organization: Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation / Arizona Complete Health
Support Type: Youth sports grants
Geographic Focus: Arizona
Funding Amount: Up to $1,000
Total 2026 Funding: $90,000
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Best Suited For: Arizona youth teams, leagues, schools, municipalities, and nonprofit sports organizations
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About the Funder
The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation is the charitable arm of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Through its community programs, the Foundation supports youth development, education, health, and community initiatives across Arizona.
The Diamondbacks Give Back PLAY BALL Fund is offered in partnership with Arizona Complete Health and is designed to help expand access to youth sports, especially baseball and softball, throughout the state.
What This Program Supports
The PLAY BALL Fund supports youth sports teams, leagues, and organizations working to grow participation and reduce barriers to play.
Eligible uses include:
Player equipment
Player training
Coach training
Assistance with player fees
Facility upgrades
Priority is given to baseball and softball programs, although other sports may be considered.
Ineligible Expenses
The fund does not support:
Travel expenses
Tournament fees
Eligible Applicants
Applicants must represent one of the following in Arizona:
Registered 501(c)(3) organization
School
Municipality
League
Youth team or organization affiliated with an eligible entity
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and directly affiliated with the organization or team. If the applicant is not a coach or administrator, the team or organization contact should be notified and will be required as part of the application process.
Only one grant per organization or team will be awarded per year.
Funding Amount
Grants of up to $1,000 are available.
In 2026, the Diamondbacks Give Back PLAY BALL Fund will invest a total of $90,000 in youth sports across Arizona.
Up to 15 organizations will be selected to receive funding each month during the regular season, from April through September.
Timeline & Review
📅 Application Period: Open during the 2026 regular season
📅 Monthly Awards: Up to 15 organizations selected each month from April through September
📅 Final Deadline: August 31, 2026
📅 Grant Limit: One grant per organization or team per year
Applications will be considered throughout the entry period.
Application / Request Process
Arizona youth teams, leagues, or organizations should apply through the PLAY BALL Fund application page. Applicants should be prepared to describe the organization or team, how the funding will be used, and how the request will support youth sports participation in Arizona.
Strong applications should clearly connect the request to increasing access, improving equipment or facilities, reducing player costs, or strengthening baseball, softball, or youth sports programming.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.mlb.com/dbacks/community/youth-sports/play-ball-fund
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for Arizona youth sports programs seeking small, practical grants to remove barriers to participation. It may be especially helpful for baseball and softball teams that need equipment, training support, facility improvements, or help covering player fees.
The monthly award structure also makes this a useful opportunity for organizations that are ready to apply during the regular season and can clearly demonstrate direct benefit to youth athletes.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Rolling review with monthly awards during the regular season
Typical Lead Time: Apply early in the season for best consideration
Best Suited For: Arizona youth baseball and softball programs, leagues, schools, municipalities, and nonprofit sports organizations
Funding Range: Up to $1,000
Total Available Funding: $90,000 in 2026
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Restrictions: No travel expenses or tournament fees; one grant per organization or team per year
