LEAVE A LEGACY. BUILD A FUTURE.
About the Sports ETA Legacy Fund
The Sports ETA Sports Legacy Fund awards an annual grant and sports equipment donation to an organization in need in the host city of the Symposium. We are proud to have donated over $215,000 to programs in need, since the Sports Legacy Fund was established in 2003.
The program was originally developed by the St. Petersburg/ Clearwater Sports Commission as an equipment donation program. The Sports Legacy Fund is a way for members of the sports events & tourism industry to make a personal and lasting impact on the lives of underprivileged youth sports programs throughout the country.
This contribution is part of the legacy the Sports ETA leaves in each host city, and as a Sports ETA member, your contribution directly fuels this legacy. Together, we use the power of sport to change lives.
Why Your Support Matters
Your donation provides opportunity where it's needed most.
The Sports Legacy Fund prioritizes nonprofit organizations that:
- Support at-risk youth, veterans, and individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities
- Expand access to sports and recreation
- Promote healthy lifestyles, teamwork, and confidence-building
- Create safe, positive programs that share the next generation
Whether you donate equipment, contribute funds, or participate in the on-site raffle and silent auction, you help ensure that sport remains accessible, inclusive, and transformative.
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2026 Beneficiary: Nevada Youth Sports
The Nevada Youth Sports Community Impact Fund is a transformative initiative focused on empowering young athletes across Nevada by addressing their physical, mental, and financial well-being. At its heart, the fund is committed to building a more inclusive and supportive sports community—one that nurtures the next generation of athletes and leaders.
Fund Purpose and Vision
This initiative is designed to remove barriers to youth sports participation and create meaningful opportunities for growth. By prioritizing holistic development, the NYS Community Impact Fund ensures that young athletes are supported not just in competition, but also in their personal lives, education, and emotional well-being.
Pillars of Service
The fund’s work is anchored in four strategic pillars:
• Partnerships with Credible Nonprofits: Collaborating with trusted organizations to deliver programs that enhance the mental, emotional, and physical health of student-athletes.
• Mentorship and Academic Development: Providing structured mentorship, leadership training, and academic support to help youth build confidence and excel beyond the field.
• Financial Aid for Families in Need: Offering direct financial assistance to families facing hardship, ensuring that no child is excluded from participating in sports due to economic challenges.
• Coaching Development: Investing in the training and certification of coaches, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to positively shape the lives of their players—on and off the field.
Expanding Reach Through the Sports ETA Sports Legacy Fund
Through generous grant funding, the NYS Foundation is actively implementing these service pillars. In its first year, with an inaugural budget of $80,000, the fund is expected to directly support between 160 and 200 families. The long-term vision is ambitious yet achievable: reaching 3,750 families within five years, representing 25% of all NYS families.
In addition to supporting families, the fund addresses a growing demand for certified game officials. With NYS offering multiple sports year-round, well-trained officials are essential to ensuring fair, consistent, and high-quality gameplay. This investment strengthens the sports experience for everyone—athletes, coaches, and families alike.
To illustrate the impact: a single $2,500 grant can certify 24 game officials. In volleyball alone, this level of investment can positively influence the experience of over 180,000 participants every year.
The NYS Community Impact Fund is more than an investment in sports—it’s an investment in community, in leadership, and in the future of Nevada’s youth. Every dollar helps remove a barrier, support a family, or empower a coach. Together, we’re not just strengthening the game—we’re uplifting the lives behind it.
How You Can Contribute
You can support the Sports Legacy Fund in three simple ways:
1. Donate items to the Silent Auction or Raffle
Help us create a memorable auction experience at the Symposium. Popular items include travel packages, sports memorabilia, gear, event tickets, and experiences.
Not sure what to donate?
- Check out our Amazon Wish List with popular items from years past. If you purchase through this link, the item can be directly shipped to Vegas. Out of sight, out of mind.
- Create your own package
2. Make a Financial Contribution
Contribute directly through your Sports ETA account. Every dollar helps local youth discover confidence, community, and opportunity through sport.
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3. Participate in the Silent Aunction and/or Raffle on-site at the Symposium
Purchase raffle tickets and bid on auction items in person at the Sports ETA Symposium for a chance to win exciting prizes -- all while supporting our industry's next generation.
Your Contribution Leaves a Legacy
Each donation—big or small—helps build stronger, healthier, more inclusive communities. When Sports ETA arrives in a new city each year, our members come together to lift up a local organization in a meaningful, lasting way.
Thank you for being part of our mission.
Already donated? Thank you for supporting the Sports Legacy Fund. Download the “I Donated” graphic below and help spread the impact by sharing your support on social media.
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Questions?
Contact Matt Prewitt, Committee Chair, matt@travelbutlercounty.com
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