We help children in low-income communities play sports and build stronger, healthier futures.
Costs keep kids from sports. Fees, equipment, and transportation stop millions of children from playing. We step in to remove those barriers and give every kid a real chance.
See How It Works
6x More
Low-income kids quit sports at 6 times the rate of wealthy peers due to cost barriers
Every child should have the chance to play and grow. Money shouldn't stop kids from playing sports, being healthy, and feeling confident.
We cover fees, equipment, and transportation so kids can play the sports they want to play.
Playing sports makes kids stronger, healthier, and happier. It builds confidence and gives them energy to do well in school.
Team sports help kids make friends, learn leadership, and believe in themselves both on and off the field.
All Kids Sports believes that no child should be left out because of cost. We partner with schools and community organizations to identify kids who want to play sports but face financial barriers.
Through generous support and donations, we remove barriers and give every child the chance to play, grow, and succeed.
27% vs 18%
Adolescents from low-income families are nearly 50% more likely to be overweight or obese compared to their wealthier peers, increasing risks of chronic health problems.
Source: World Health Organization, CDC Research on Childhood Obesity
$1,500+
The average family spent $1,016 on their child's primary sport in 2024, with total annual costs reaching nearly $1,500 when accounting for other sports and activities.
Source: Aspen Institute Project Play Youth Sports Parent Survey
99.4% Graduation
Student athletes have a 99.4% graduation rate compared to 93.51% for non-athletes. Sports participation strengthens academic engagement and school completion.
Source: Save Youth Sports, Academic Achievement Research
6x Difference
Low-income youth are 6 times more likely to quit sports due to costs compared to high-income peers. Financial barriers are a critical factor in sports inequality.
Source: Aspen Institute Project Play, Cost & Access Study
Before this program, my son watched from the sidelines while his friends played basketball. Now he's the first one on the court, and his confidence has transformed. He's healthier, happier, and dreaming bigger.
Sarah, Parent
Community Partner School
They paid for my cleats and all the fees so I could stay on the soccer team. I've made amazing friends and our team is like a family. This program changed my life.
Jordan, Age 11
Player & Scholar
The participation and attendance from kids in our program has dramatically improved. When kids have access to sports, they come to practice, they stay engaged, and they show up at school ready to learn.
Coach Martinez
High School Track Coach
As a parent, I didn't have money for sports. This foundation made it possible for my daughter to play tennis. She's now talking about scholarships and a future in athletics.
Marcus, Parent
Urban Community Center
We work with local organizations to find kids in low-income communities who want to play sports but can't afford it.
We pay for sports fees, equipment, uniforms, and safe transportation so kids can participate fully without financial stress on their families.
We measure outcomes in health, school performance, and personal confidence to ensure real, lasting impact for every child in the program.
Every child deserves the opportunity to grow healthy and confident through sports. Our comprehensive approach removes every barrier standing in their way.
Show your support for giving every child access to sports.
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