Nike Community Impact Fund Program
The Nike Community Impact Fund supports projects increasing youth participation in sports and physical activity, prioritizing quality coaching, inclusion, and community impact in select Oregon and SW Washington counties.
Funder: Oregon Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$25,000 per award; total pool approx. $550,000 annually; one-year grants
Summary: Supports nonprofits and schools in select Oregon and SW Washington counties to increase youth participation in sports and physical activity, building healthier and more inclusive communities.
Key Information: Only projects serving specific counties are eligible; 100% of grants must support youth sport/physical activity.
Description
The Nike Community Impact Fund Program, administered by the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF) in partnership with Nike employees, provides annual grants to nonprofits and schools in the Portland metropolitan region, Northern Willamette Valley, and southwest Washington. The program is designed to increase youth participation in sports and physical activity, with a focus on quality coaching, engaging more girls in sports, and addressing barriers that prevent youth from being active. Nike employees participate directly in the review and selection process, seeking proposals that demonstrate clear impact and community benefit.
Projects must deliver direct programming that gets more kids active through sport or physical activity and should reflect thoughtful planning, clear goals, and a plan for sustainability. Strong proposals will intentionally serve communities of color, employ creative or proven methods for addressing local needs, and demonstrate community support.
