NFL FOUNDATION INC
AI Summary
The NFL Foundation Inc, a 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to grantmaking with a focus on relationship-based engagement and invitation-only proposals. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $97.6 million across 1,460 grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
NFL FOUNDATION INC. IS THE CORNERSTONE OF THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE'S COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICE. NFL FOUNDATION SUPPORTS PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES THAT DELIVER EDUCATION AND YOUTH SERVICES, DESIGNATES FUNDS TO ASSIST THE FOUNDATIONS OF CURRENT AND FORMER PLAYERS WORKING IN LOCAL COMMUNITIES, AND AWARDS SPORTS-RELATED MEDICAL RESEARCH GRANTS THAT ADVANCE THE BODY OF KNOWLEDGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE FOR PROFESSIONAL AND RECREATIONAL ATHLETES.
Cause Areas
6
Education
Foundations
Community service
Sports
Youth services
Sports and recreation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
USA FOOTBALL INC
$119.2M
20%
LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION
$31.1M
5%
BOB WOODRUFF FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
$18.2M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
324
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NFL FOUNDATION INC?
No. NFL FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NFL FOUNDATION INC give?
NFL FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana, Illinois, and Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are NFL FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NFL FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,037. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NFL FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2025, NFL FOUNDATION INC awarded about 320 grants, totaling nearly $97.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NFL FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2025, NFL FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 1,410 grantees. Recent grantees include USA FOOTBALL INC, LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION, and BOB WOODRUFF FAMILY FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NFL FOUNDATION INC?
NFL FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.