Sports Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE
REOPENING JANUARY 2027
About The Sports Scholarship
The Larry Libertore Youth Sports Scholarship provides funds for young, aspiring athletes to successfully participate in the sport of their choice by playing in school sports, recreational leagues, and travel sports. The cost of fees and equipment are often barriers to a young athlete’s option to play and this scholarship removes those barriers.
Four Reasons Why Your Donations For Sports Matters:
1. Promotes Physical Health
- Regular physical activity through sports strengthens heart and lung function, reducing the risk of heart disease.
- Sports help build muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility, contributing to overall physical fitness.
- Engaging in sports encourages lifelong habits of physical activity, reducing the risk of obesity and related health issues.
- Enhances Mental Well-Being
- Sports activities stimulate endorphin production, which helps reduce stress and anxiety.
- Regular participation in sports can alleviate symptoms of depression and enhance overall mood.
- Physical activity has been linked to improved concentration, memory, and cognitive function, benefiting academic performance.
- Sports foster a sense of community, belonging, and social interaction, helping young individuals build strong, supportive relationships.
- Fosters Personal Development
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- Achieving goals and mastering new skills in sports boost self-esteem and confidence.
- Facing challenges in sports teaches resilience, perseverance, and a positive mindset.
- Sports offer opportunities to develop leadership skills and learn the value of teamwork and cooperation.
4. Creates Opportunities and Access
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- Leveling the Playing Field: Your donations ensure that financial barriers do not prevent talented and interested children from accessing high-quality sports experiences.
- Equal Opportunities: Providing access to sports helps bridge the gap for at-risk youth, opening doors to new opportunities and experiences.
- Role Models: Participation in sports provides positive role models and mentors, inspiring youth to achieve their dreams.
Join Us In Making A Difference
The Larry Libertore Youth Sports Scholarship is for underprivileged boys and girls to have the opportunity to participate in sports camps, clinics, and leagues.
How To Apply
To apply for the Larry Libertore Youth Sports Scholarship, please follow these steps:
- Complete the application, and make sure you have the following documents to upload as a PDF or jpg/png.
- Applications submitted by a parent/guardian must also have these attachments:
- Verification of income and need for scholarship assistance (free and reduced lunch, Medicaid)
- Copy of school interim report or report card for verification that student
- adheres to the school attendance policy
- maintains a 2.5-grade point average
- has satisfactory school behavior
If a student does not meet the criteria but can show cause for assistance, attach a letter explaining the circumstance(s). The Libertore Fund for Children reserves the right to make exceptions to eligibility guidelines for reasonable extenuating circumstances.
Scholarship Details
This scholarship provides assistance with registration fees, uniforms, and equipment to help eligible youth participate in sports programs in Florida. The amount of the scholarship is based on financial need.
Criteria for consideration for the scholarship:
- The student is in middle school or high school
- Is under the age of 18
- Is a United States citizen
- Is a Florida resident
- The athlete agrees to attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled practices and games
- The applicant has a grade point average of 2.5
- Income and number of family members living in the household meets Federal Poverty Level guidelines (see the guidelines)
Applications may be submitted by a parent/guardian or a non-profit organization in Florida that serves youth, ages 0-18. For example; schools, leagues, Boys & Girls Clubs, Churches, etc. If an organization is qualifying the applicant, the parent or guardian completes the application form and turns it in to the agency for submittal. The representative verifies that the child meets the criteria and submits the application and forms. This is the preferred method for applying.