The Sharks Foundation empowers youth through education and wellness programs while advancing equitable access to hockey for all.
Donor Name: Sharks Foundation
State: California
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/21/2026
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
During the Sharks regular hockey season, Community Assist Grants will be provided to Bay Area non-profits supporting youth wellness, education, and/or the advancement of hockey. Grant applicants must fit and apply under one of the following focal areas:
Hockey Equality
In line with the leaguewide principle that Hockey is for Everyone, this focal area will drive positive social change and foster a more inclusive game through the advancement of hockey in areas such as female, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and physical or intellectual disability community participation.
TK-12 Education
STEAM or literacy programs for grades TK-12 (only).
Healthy Living
- Fitness, wellness, or mental health programs for youth (ages 0-18).
- For sport-related programs, priority will be given to organizations advancing hockey/ice sports.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a public, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization in good standing with the Internal Revenue Service for a minimum of 5 years including:
- Having a “Current” status with the California Department of Justice Registry of Charitable Trusts
- Be in good standing with the Franchise Tax Board
- A program must be in existence for a minimum of 3 years
- Provide services exclusively to Bay Area residents (primarily youth)
- Be available for a site visit if selected as a beneficiary
- Adhere to all deadlines and application requirements
Application Eligibility – to qualify for a grant an application must:
- 100% of grant funding received is used for the exclusive benefit of youth education, youth wellness, and/or the advancement of hockey and fall under one of the Sharks Foundation grant focal areas.
- 100% of the funding received must directly benefit Bay Area residents (Santa Clara, Alameda, San Mateo, San Francisco, and/or Santa Cruz counties).
- Funding must be applied to the costs associated with a specific programming element or the proposed project outlined in the grant application narrative.
For more information, visit Sharks Foundation.
