Baseball and Softball Grant Program

The Globe Life Texas Rangers Baseball and Softball Grant Program is a private philanthropic initiative jointly supported by Globe Life and the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation. Established in 2012, the program reflects a long-standing commitment by the Texas Rangers organization to promote youth engagement in baseball and softball across a defined five-state region. Through its partnership with Globe Life, which contributes as part of a naming rights agreement, the program has expanded its reach and funding capacity, distributing over $1,200,000 to more than 150 nonprofit organizations. The initiative is further supported by promotional efforts from the Rangers Sports Network, helping to ensure awareness and accessibility across the eligible geographic area. The primary purpose of the grant program is to support the development and sustainability of youth baseball and softball programs, particularly those serving communities with demonstrated need. The program aims to ensure that children have access to organized sports opportunities that foster teamwork, community engagement, and personal development. Funding is intended to strengthen local leagues and programs by addressing infrastructure and operational needs that directly impact youth participation. Grant funds may be used for a range of allowable expenses including field renovations, purchase of equipment, uniforms, and broader league development initiatives. These uses are specifically aligned with improving the quality and accessibility of baseball and softball programs. However, there are clear restrictions on funding use. Grants may not be used to cover team travel expenses or tournament fees, ensuring that funds remain focused on sustainable program development rather than short-term competitive activities. Eligibility for the program is limited to nonprofit organizations that are recognized as 501(c)(3) entities under the Internal Revenue Code. Applicants must operate within the Texas Rangers’ designated territory, which includes Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Arkansas. Additionally, organizations must provide baseball and/or softball programming specifically for youth aged 18 years or younger. The program does not accept applications from individuals or national organizations that do not operate within the defined geographic region. The application process requires organizations to submit a complete application with all requested information. Applicants are instructed to carefully review program guidelines prior to submission to ensure compliance. Only one application per organization is permitted per calendar year. Applications are reviewed by the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation board, which evaluates submissions based on alignment with program goals and demonstrated community impact. The program operates on an annual cycle. For the current cycle, applications are due by June 30, 2026 at 6 PM CST. Grant recipients are expected to be announced in August 2026. While specific evaluation criteria are not publicly detailed, the structured review process indicates a competitive selection environment focused on community need, program quality, and alignment with youth development objectives. No specific contact information or formal pre-application requirements are provided in the available materials, and no recurring submission details beyond the annual cycle are explicitly stated.