Philadelphia 76ers – Community Programs (2026)
In-Kind Donations & Community Tickets for Youth-Focused Nonprofits
As part of its ongoing community outreach efforts, the Philadelphia 76ers supports qualified nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives and futures of youth in the Greater Philadelphia Area.
Through the Community Assist Program presented by Ticketmaster and the Ticket Assist Program, the 76ers provide community ticket distributions and in-kind donations to hundreds of organizations each year.
Organization: Philadelphia 76ers
Support Type: In-kind donations & community ticket distribution
Geographic Focus: Greater Philadelphia Area
Review Type: Rolling (advance submission required)
About the Program
The 76ers are committed to enriching the communities where fans work, live, and play. Their community giving focuses specifically on youth development initiatives.
Each season, the Community Ticket Distribution Program, presented by Ticketmaster, distributes 1,000 tickets to youth community groups.
In addition, through the Ticket Assist Program, the 76ers provide:
- Game tickets for nonprofit youth groups
- Autographed memorabilia
- Promotional items
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, organizations must:
- Be a public charity organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code
- Be located within the Greater Philadelphia Area
- Have initiatives focused on youth development
Donation Guidelines
- Requests must be submitted using the official online forms (faxed or mailed requests are not accepted).
- Requests must be submitted at least six (6) weeks prior to the event date.
- Donations are limited to one (1) request per organization within a 12-month period.
- Organizations may request support through either the Ticket Assist Program or in-kind donations but may receive only one donation per year.
Due to the high volume of requests, not all applications can be fulfilled.
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is ideal for:
- Youth-serving nonprofits in Greater Philadelphia
- Organizations hosting fundraising events or youth engagement programs
- Community groups seeking memorable experiences for young participants
- Nonprofits looking to enhance auctions or raffles with sports memorabilia
Philadelphia 76ers tickets and autographed items can significantly increase event engagement and fundraising outcomes for youth-focused organizations.
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://www.nba.com/sixers/donations
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Lead Time Required: Minimum 6 weeks before event
Support Type: In-kind only (tickets & memorabilia)
Frequency Limit: One request per organization per 12 months
Best Suited For: 501(c)(3) youth-focused nonprofits in Greater Philadelphia
