Athletic Program Application

Section 1

Organization: Sport:
First Name: Last Name: Title:
Address: Personal Organization
Street:

City: State:
Zip Code:

Phone: Alternate Phone:
Email: Web Site:
Mailing/Shipping Address:
Street:

City: State:
Zip Code:


Section 2

Season Start Date: Season End Date:
Number of youth in program:
How many participated last year?:
Number of times per week program meets:
Number of games/matches played per week in season:

Demographics of youth in Program (please provide number for each category)
Population Male Female
Asian
African American
Latino(a)
White/Caucasian
Other Populations


Age of Youth Male Female
5-7
8-10
11-13
14-16
17-18
Other


Number of youth with disabilities you serve:
Please list the top three towns/neighborhoods you serve:





Section 3

How many years has this specific program been in existence:
Is there a fee to participate: Yes No
What is the organization's budget for the current year:
If part of a broader organization, what is the program budget for the specific sport for which you are applying? (i.e. what money is specifically allocated to the basketball program):
Of the program budget, what percent of the budget goes to equipment each year:
Do you pay umpire/referee fees: Yes No
What organization or resources do you use to get umpires/referees:
Please list the number of staff next to each of the following?
Full-time (paid): Part-time (paid): Volunteers:
Does your organization have a Board of Directors: Yes No
Does your organization have its 501(c) 3 status: Yes No

Which of the following would you identify as needs for your youth sports league/program?
Kid recruiment:
Organizational support (board, leadership, and program development; strategic planning):
Equipment:
Working collaboratively with other programs and organizations:
Administration/organization support (i.e. technology, office equipment, supplies, communication, etc.):
Recruitment, training and retention of staff:
Recruitment, retention and training of volunteers (including coaches education):
Transportation:
Assessment and outcomes measurement:
Professional liability insurance, CORI/SORI checks or other legal questions:
Engaging and working with parents:
Permitting, fields and facilities:
Fundraising support, sponsorships, marketing and PR:

Is there a selection/tryout process for youth participating in your program? Yes No
Is any equipment provided by the organization given to the youth to keep, or does it stay with the organization? Please explain.

What percentage of your equipment each year needs to be replaced?
What percentage of your equipment each year is lost, stolen, or not returned?
Where do you store your equipment during the season? Is this a locked facility? Please explain.

Where do you store your equipment in the off season? Is this a locked facility? Please explain.

Do you require your coaches/ staff to be CPR certified? Yes No
Are your coaches/ staff involved in regular safety training? Yes No
Does your program have access to an AED/ defibrillator at all games/ practices? Yes No



Section 4

To help us better understand your needs, please complete the list below. If you cannot find the item listed under one sport, try another sport or the “General Recreation/Other” equipment before using the “Other Equipment” text box that is designated for items not on the drop-down equipment list. Please do not request specific brands.
*If you have requested anything that requires specific sizing, please read the details below the grid and provide detailed sizes. Do not submit an application until sizes are available.
**Color preference will not always be able to be met

EquipmentQuantity Currently HaveQuantity Requested*Size**Color PreferenceOther DetailsCurrently Provided By...
Other EquipmentQuantity Currently HaveQuantity Requested*Size**Color PreferenceOther DetailsCurrently Provided By...

Listed below will give you some guidance on the type of information that is required. Even beyond these items, please be as specific as possible to ensure appropriate equipment is matched to your organization.

All Equipment:
  • For any items that came in both youth and adult sizes, please list Youth or Adult along with the sizes

    • Uniforms:
  • For any and all uniforms, please include Youth or Adult along with your sizes
  • Please specify any specific needs related to uniforms (e.g. numbers on front/back, reversible required, logo)

    • Footwear:
  • For sneakers and cleats, please list Youth, Men’s, Women’s before each size listed

    • Soccer:
  • List size 3, 4 or 5 for any soccer balls

    • Baseball/Softball:
  • Please list game balls or practice balls, and for age group or league (e.g. Babe Ruth, Little League)
  • List sizes/weights for bats
  • Specify age groups for catcher’s equipment (6-9, 8-12, 12-15 or 15+)




    • Section 5

    In order to allow us to understand your equipment priorities, please explain out of the above mentioned items what you consider your major equipment, apparel, and footwear needs (i.e. will not be coming from another source) for the upcoming season?

    If granted, how would the equipment you request be used? What goals or initiatives will it support? How will this donation be used to increase participation?

    Please briefly explain the history of your organization and the specific program for which you have applied.

    What impact would this equipment donation make for your program? Please be specific.



    Section 6

    BUDGET (The budget for the individual sport/program for which you are applying - NOT the organization as a whole.)
    RevenueCost% of Total
    Grants
    Participant Fees
    Sponsorship
    Product or Service Sales
    Special Events
    Other
    Total Revenue:
    Expenses
    Equipment
    Facilities
    Referee/Umpire Fees
    Uniforms
    Staff (includes part-time staff and coaches)
    League Fees
    Transportation
    Insurance
    Other
    Total Expenses:


    Section 7

    Which of the following life skills/education components (not including your sports programming) does your organization provide?
    Nutrition/Health
    Violence Prevention
    College Entrance Help (SAT, ACT, applications, etc.)
    Tutoring
    Academic Classes
    Mentoring
    Leadership Development
    Character Building
    Safety (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Certification, etc.)


    Please tell us briefly how you found out about Good Sports:


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    Good Sports will review each Boston applicant's profile in BOSTONavigator (www.bostonavigator.org) to get a more comprehensive look at your organization. If your program is in the city of Boston and you have not already done so, please update your organization's information to BOSTONavigator. We will share each applicant's contact information with BOSTONavigator, but it is up to the individual organizations to submit their program and opportunity data. To do so, contact HELP@BOSTONavigator.org or call (617) 720-1290 x240 to get your username and password. If you have already entered your organization's information, please make sure to validate your programs and opportunities to make sure your information is accurate and continue to update your information every six months.