Youth & Development
From Ball Grants and Match Day Tents that provide basic equipment teams need to be successful, to supporting youth & high school organizations launching new programs, we are helping to grow the game, from the ground up.
Programs For Everyone
Youth Rugby Initiative
YRI helps physical education teachers incorporate flag rugby into their school programs to promote aerobic fitness and to teach teamwork and ball handling skills to students.
College Scholarships
We provide financial assistance to deserving student-athletes who demonstrate a strong commitment to academic achievement and rugby excellence.
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Match Day Tents
The Match Day Tent Grant Program supplies co-branded 10’ x 10’ pop-up tents to youth and high school clubs nationwide. By offering essential equipment, we contribute to the growth of the game from grassroots levels.
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A Ball 4 All
A Ball 4 All Program supplies rugby balls to organizations, ensuring proper equipment for America’s youth. By supporting youth and high school rugby teams, physical education curriculums, and community programs, we foster an early love for the sport.
Awarded Grants
For the second year in a row, US Rugby Foundation is proud to support this high school championships both through financial grants but also appearing in person at the event. We supported the next generation of rugby players through a $4,000 grant to help with the success of the tournament.
Memphis Inner City Rugby is relentlessly committed to their teammates and believes in the power of long-term relationships and support. The US Rugby Foundation is honored to continue our support with a $5,000 grant to further support their mission.
An event dedicated exclusively for minority students born in under-resourced communities across the country to connect, compete and grow into the bright future we are all building together. The US Rugby Foundation is proud to support the 3rd Annual Urban Rugby Championship with a $6,667 grant to ensure minority student-athletes from under resourced communities can access premier rugby competition on American soil.
We Need Your Support
With your support, the Foundation could fund additional grants to make a difference in the lives of young rugby athletes.
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