ABOUT THE PROGRAM
CEVA seeks to partner with schools, community-based organizations, and other youth-centric organizations to get new and lightly-used volleyball equipment into the hands of kids free of charge.
Preferred Partners & Selection Criteria
- This program will target the following (in no particular order): Elementary, middle, and high schools in the CEVA region, particularly Title I schools; Non-profit youth-centric organizations in CEVA’s footprint; Community organizations that serve youth, such as after-school programs, camps, etc, in CEVA’s footprint; Small, rural, or non-profit CEVA clubs.
- Grants are not guaranteed and are based on availability, inventory, and other factors.
Available Equipment Options
- Baden SoftLight Youth Volleyballs – designed especially for young volleyball players just learning the game. (Allotment of 12 balls – limit one allotment per application)
- Baden Light Microfiber Volleyballs – designed for 12s or younger indoor play and developing volleyball players. (Allotment of 6 balls.)
- Baden Perfection Leather Volleyballs – designed for indoor play with players 13 and older. (Allotment of 6 balls – limit one allotment per application)
- Sports Imports poles, pads, nets, and referee stands in very limited circumstances.
Application
- Available on this page.
- Available until all equipment is distributed, or until the deadline.
- All applications will be vetted by staff and may require follow-up questions or interviews with the applicant.
- Will ask for the number of youth served by your program and their demographics (e.g., how many identify as minorities).
- Will ask for proof of non-profit status (e.g., IRS Letter of Determination). Non-profits receive priority consideration over for-profit organizations.
Timeline
- Application will be available beginning May 15, 2025.
- Applications will be reviewed on a monthly basis.
- Application will close on August 15, 2025.