Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity Grant: Fueling the Future of Women’s Sports and Education

Grant Overview

Unlock Vital Funding to Empower Girls and Women Through Strategic Sports and Education Initiatives in the U.S.

Donor: Gainbridge, Parity, Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF)

About: The Gainbridge® Assists Powered by Parity grant program represents a significant and expanding commitment to fostering opportunities for girls and women across the United States. This powerful initiative, a collaboration between financial leader Gainbridge®, the premier women athlete partnership platform Parity, and the iconic Women’s Sports Foundation® (WSF), is dedicated to transforming communities by investing in the next generation. By providing critical funding, the program aims to level the playing field in both athletics and education, creating lasting positive impact. This initiative is an excellent example of the impactful grants for women available to drive systemic change.

Formerly known as Parity Week, the initiative has grown substantially in scope and funding. In 2024, the program awarded $172,000 to 22 different organizations, reaching over 5,000 girls and women. For the 2025 cycle, the total grant pool has increased to an impressive $222,000. This funding is designed to support a wide range of projects, from community sports clinics to educational workshops, all with the core mission of empowerment. Organizations looking for support can explore various grants for non-profit organizations to find opportunities that align with their mission.

Program Inspiration and Structure

The grant structure is inspired by the legacy of sports icon and social justice pioneer Billie Jean King, who founded the WSF in 1974 with a modest $5,000 check. In honor of this historic moment, the Gainbridge® Assists program will award 32 grants of at least $5,000 each. Highlighting the program’s commitment to significant impact, one standout organization will receive a special $50,000 grant in Billie Jean King’s honor. This tiered approach allows for both broad support across many organizations and a substantial investment in a high-potential project, reflecting a common strategy in community development grants.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is open to U.S.-based organizations and “Parity Athletes” who are actively working to advance girls and women through sports or education. Parity Athletes, in particular, are encouraged to apply for funding to host camps, clinics, or other programs that provide aspiring young athletes with direct access to training and mentorship. The program seeks applicants who can not only deliver impactful programs but also effectively share their stories of change through social media and other platforms. This focus on storytelling aligns with many modern educational institution grants that seek to amplify their impact.

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Focus: Women in sports, Girls in sports, Education, Community programs, Youth development, Athlete-led initiatives, Leadership

Region: United States

Eligibility:
– Applicants must be organizations or Parity Athletes.
– The core mission must focus on supporting girls and/or women in sports and/or education.
– Applicants must be geographically located within the United States.
– Must have the ability to share the impact of the grant through storytelling and social media.
– The grant-funded activities must be implemented in November 2025.
– Parity Athletes are specifically encouraged to apply to host programs like camps or clinics that provide direct training and inspiration.

Benefits:
– A total of $222,000 in grant funding will be awarded.
– 31 organizations or Parity Athletes will receive a grant of at least $5,000 each.
– One standout organization will be awarded a special grant of $50,000 in honor of Billie Jean King.

Deadline: July, 11, 2025

Terms:
– Parity Athletes: Professional women athletes who partner with the Parity platform. They are encouraged to apply to host events that give aspiring athletes access to training and inspiration.
– WSF (Women’s Sports Foundation): A non-profit organization founded by Billie Jean King in 1974 with the mission to advance the lives of girls and women through sports and physical activity.
– Gainbridge®: A digital platform providing access to financial products and a key sponsor of the grant, committed to transforming communities through sports and education.