Equipment Grant Application

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