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National PAL Flag Football Grant Application - 2026

National PAL hopes to provide funding opportunities for Chapters in the area of Flag Football. These funds will serve as start up fees for leagues and teams. Below you will find a list of questions that National PAL will judge and assess need. After review you will be notified of the decision and subsequently dispersed funds if you are selected.

Note: Funding will continue until their are no funds remaining to disperse. This funding will be based on need and promptness.

Grant Amounts: Grants will be awarded in $1,000 increments with a limit of $4,000.

Funding for this program can only be used in the following areas:

1. Registration: Example - $1000 would equal registration for 30 youth, subsequently $3000 would address registration and equipment needs for 90 plus participants. Also note that this is only one example of money usage.
2. Field Enhancement or Rental: Example - adding lines or painting end zones, Chairs for fans, field usage.
3. Coaches/Officials: Example - Stipend
4. Opening and Closing Celebrations/Awards: Example - awards, food, etc.

Additional Programming Requirements for Flag Grantees
1. GRIT: 10-minute modules must be used prior/post competition
2. SPOND: Usage is a registration and league requirement
3. Social Media: Share photos/videos weekly tagging National PAL, NFL Flag and RCX Sports.
1.Name of Your PAL Chapter
2.Name of Contact Person (this is the person we should contact regarding this grant)
3.Contact Person's Email Address
4.Contact Person's Phone Number
Demonstrated Need (25 points)
5.How many youth will you serve with this program?
6.What specific challenges or specific gaps exist in your youth sport communities?
7.How would the NFL Flag program benefit your community?
Alignment with National PAL Priorities (15 points)
8.How will your program promote positive youth development consistent with National PAL's mission?
9.In what ways will your program foster mentorship and build trust between youth and law enforcement?
Inclusion and Flexibility (15 points)
10.How will your program ensure participation from undeserved or marginalized youth populations?
11.How will your program accommodate youth of all skill levels and abilities?
Capacity and Sustainability (15 points)
12.How will you maintain program operations beyond the initial grant period?
Budget Transparency (15 points)
13.How will grant funds be allocated across equipment, staffing, facilities and outreach?
14.How will you ensure financial accountability and transparency in managing funds?
Evaluation and Impact Measurement (15 points)
15.How will you collect and analyze data to assess impact on youth engagement and well-being? (Hint: Think SPOND)
16.What reporting methods will you use to share progress with stakeholders and funders?
17.What amount is your PAL chapter applying for?(Required.)