Ravens' PLAY 60 Grant

The Baltimore Ravens Foundation Play 60 Grant is a private philanthropic funding opportunity administered by the Ravens Foundation, the charitable arm of the Baltimore Ravens National Football League franchise. The foundation has a longstanding commitment to improving the health and well-being of youth in the Baltimore region, particularly through initiatives that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles. Over the past 18 years, the foundation has distributed more than $1.6 million to nonprofit organizations, demonstrating a sustained investment in community-based programming that aligns with its mission. The primary purpose of the Play 60 Grant is to support nonprofit organizations that implement programs encouraging physical fitness and nutrition education among youth. The grant specifically funds both new and expanding initiatives, allowing organizations to either pilot innovative approaches or scale existing successful programs. The funding is intended to directly impact youth engagement in physical activity and healthy eating habits, aligning with the broader NFL Play 60 initiative, which promotes at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity for children. Grant awards are provided in amounts of up to $10,000 per organization. Funds may be used to support a wide range of program-related expenses, including staffing, equipment, program materials, and other direct costs associated with delivering fitness or nutrition programming. While the grant emphasizes programmatic impact, applicants are required to clearly articulate how funds will be allocated through a detailed line-item budget and demonstrate financial accountability through supporting documentation such as audited financial statements when available. Eligibility for the grant is limited to nonprofit organizations operating within the Baltimore area. Applicants must provide proof of tax-exempt status, such as a 501(c)(3) IRS determination letter, and demonstrate organizational capacity to deliver the proposed program. The application process requires detailed organizational information, including mission, service area, and prior funding history with the Ravens Foundation. Organizations that have previously received funding must also confirm submission of follow-up reports, indicating an expectation of accountability and performance tracking. The application process is conducted through a structured submission form that collects both organizational and program-specific information. Applicants must describe the need for their program, outline program activities, define measurable outcomes, and explain how success will be evaluated. Required attachments include a narrative or brochure describing the organization, a detailed program budget, and documentation of nonprofit status. These materials ensure that applications are evaluated comprehensively based on both organizational credibility and program effectiveness. Applications for the Play 60 Grant must be submitted by 11:59 PM on May 29, 2026. The grant does not explicitly mention a rolling or recurring cycle, but historical references to annual funding suggest that it may be offered periodically. While specific award notification timelines and performance periods are not detailed, the structured nature of the application and reporting requirements indicates a formal review and selection process. The foundation does not provide explicit contact information within the provided material, and applicants are expected to submit all materials through the designated application form.

Provide detailed measurable outcomes clearly define program impact and include specific budget breakdowns demonstrating how funds will be used