The Green Bay Packers and USA Football recently awarded USA Football fall grants to youth football organizations throughout Wisconsin. The extensive grant offerings support the development of grassroots programs so they may continue to bring local communities together and inspire the next generation of athletes.
USA Football, the National Governing Body for American football in the United States, offers extensive grant programs made possible by support from the NFL Foundation. The program complements the Packers' continued support of grassroots football by awarding new equipment and resources to local youth programs based on merit and need.
Wisconsin youth football programs receiving a 2026 USA Football fall grant include:
- Greenfield Youth Football Program in Greenfield, Wis.
- Prospect University Sports in Milwaukee, Wis.
- The Nova Starz in Milwaukee, Wis.
- MKE Buccaneers in Milwaukee, Wis.
- De Pere Youth Football League in Green Bay, Wis.
- Chippewa Valley Youth Football in Chippewa Falls, Wis.
- Appleton Youth Football Association in Appleton, Wis.
- Columbus Football Organization in Columbus, Wis.
- Rosholt Area Youth Football in Rosholt, Wis.
- Mad Town Elite in Madison, Wis.
- Regent Youth Sports Program in Madison, Wis.
"We are excited to continue collaborating with the Packers to support Wisconsin football programs," said USA Football CEO Scott Hallenbeck. "Our combined efforts will help more athletes have access to the fun, camaraderie and lifelong lessons football provides. It's fulfilling to hear about the impact our grants program has in so many local communities."
This fall, USA Football and its partners awarded more than $260,000 in grants to more than 300 organizations nationwide. Additionally, USA Football delivered 5,600 flag football belts and 1,000 footballs to more than 65 programs.
USA Football offers grant opportunities throughout the year to enrolled organizations. It is free to enroll with USA Football. To learn more or to apply for available grants, please visit usafootball.com/grants.
Since 2006, USA Football has awarded more than $23.2 million in grants to more than 16,000 youth and school-based football programs in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
About USA Football: USA Football is the National Governing Body (NGB) for American Football in the United States and the sole U.S. member of the International Federation of American Football (IFAF), the international governing body for the sport of American football. USA Football selects, trains and leads Team USA Football® in tackle and flag football disciplines, while delivering world-class football development resources, sport standards and competitive opportunities to empower athletes at every level. USA Football is committed to ensuring every athlete has access to develop and compete in the game through safer, inclusive and innovative pathways. For more information, visit usafootball.com.
