Applications for Individual Grants from the AEI Youth Sports Fund are being accepted at the Heritage Fund via the link, https://www.heritagefundbc.org/aei-youth-sports-fund/
Until Oct. 31, 2020, individual youth ages 18 and under may apply to receive grants that will provide financial help for participation in athletic and fitness activities. Grant awards will include assistance for, but not limited to, lessons, clinics, travel, equipment, program fees, dues, etc.
Individual grant award amounts will range from $50-$2,000. A separate application process will be held for organizations starting Jan. 1, 2021.
This fund was established by Analytical Engineering, Inc. in August 2019 and is administered by the Heritage Fund. During the first year, the AEI Youth Sports Fund helped more than 300 youth, enabling them to participate in a wide range of sports and outdoor activities including hockey, volleyball, baseball, basketball, football, gymnastics, lacrosse, swimming, wrestling, soccer, running and various other sports. A total of $32,050 was distributed to organizations and individuals during the first year.
Anyone ages 18 and under from Bartholomew and all surrounding counties who could benefit by receiving financial assistance for youth to participate in athletic or fitness activities can apply.
