USA Football and the Denver Broncos recently awarded football equipment and uniform grants to youth and high school programs throughout Colorado based on merit and need.
Along with all NFL clubs, USA Football annually distributes more than $2 million in equipment and uniform grants. The program has supported youth organizations and high schools in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. The grants are made possible through support from the NFL Foundation and valued up to $1,500 for youth organizations and $2,500 for high school programs, offering new equipment, uniforms, equipment reconditioning and flag football equipment. Grants are fulfilled by USA Football and Riddell.
“We are pleased to work with USA Football and our teams to donate much-needed equipment to youth football leagues and high school football programs nationwide,” said Alexia Gallagher, director of the NFL Foundation. “These equipment grants will help ensure that youngsters who share our love of the game are able to play it safely.”
Said USA Football executive director Scott Hallenbeck: “The health and safety of every young football player is our No. 1 priority. Having proper equipment is an important step toward that goal. Even with fundraising and strict attention to budgets, many leagues and school districts need help to properly outfit their young athletes who love to play football and enjoy the fun and fitness that comes with it. We are proud to lead this important program with support from the NFL Foundation and Riddell.”
The following organizations benefited:
Aurora Bears Youth Sports
Aurora Central High School
AYL Warriors Youth Sports
Boys-Girls Club of Metro Denver
Commerce City Youth Athletics
Denver West High School
Greeley West High School
Hinkley High School Football
John F. Kennedy High School
Legacy High School
Lincoln High School
Loveland Youth Athletic Association
North Metro Junior Football League
North Suburban Thunder
Northern Colorado Pop Warner Association
Pirates (Lakewood) Football
Thornton Jr. Football League
Vista Peak Prep
