RANDY JONES FOUNDATION
YOUTH ATHLETIC GRANTS PROGRAM
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The application period is open NOW and will end at Midnight on December 31st, 2025.
Applications will be reviewed by the Randy Jones Foundation Advisory Board and then Randy Jones will make final selections in April 2026.
WHAT IS THE GRANT?
Grants offer children of service members and veterans financial assistance to participate in athletic programs they could not otherwise afford. These renewable grants are awarded on the basis of athletic potential, academic record, potential to succeed and commitment to academic excellence.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
HOW MUCH IS THE AWARD?
The amount of the award is dependent on the cost of athletic participation up to $3,000 annually.
Awards may be renewed for as many as 5 years, up to the age of 18 or graduation from high school.
WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?
Grants are awarded to enable kids to reach their full potential. A child shouldn't be limited from advancing because their parent serves/served in the military.
All applications will be reviewed by the advisory board, and then final decisions will be made with a personal interview by Randy Jones himself.
Submit application and supporting documentation online.
• The grant finalists will be contacted in the 2nd quarter of 2026.
• Randy Jones will personally interview final candidates.
• All awards are based on the availability of funds each year.
• Grants are awarded annually and are limited to the funds available as of January 1st of each year.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWING THE AWARD?
Recipients must remain eligible by maintaining their commitment to academic excellence, continuing to participate in an athletic program, and finally, submitting an updated application online.
WHAT DO I NEED TO APPLY?
The application period is open NOW and will end at Midnight on December 31st, 2025.
Applications will be reviewed by the Randy Jones Foundation Advisory Board and then Randy Jones will make final selections in April 2026.
WHAT IS THE GRANT?
Grants offer children of service members and veterans financial assistance to participate in athletic programs they could not otherwise afford. These renewable grants are awarded on the basis of athletic potential, academic record, potential to succeed and commitment to academic excellence.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
- Children ages 13 to 18 for the calendar year of the grant.
- One parent must be active, reserve, retired, injured, or deceased. (All military branches)
- Has primary residence or duty station in San Diego County
- Shows a desire to achieve academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or higher)
- Performs at an exceptional level for his/her sport (provide coach's letter)
HOW MUCH IS THE AWARD?
The amount of the award is dependent on the cost of athletic participation up to $3,000 annually.
Awards may be renewed for as many as 5 years, up to the age of 18 or graduation from high school.
WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS?
Grants are awarded to enable kids to reach their full potential. A child shouldn't be limited from advancing because their parent serves/served in the military.
All applications will be reviewed by the advisory board, and then final decisions will be made with a personal interview by Randy Jones himself.
Submit application and supporting documentation online.
• The grant finalists will be contacted in the 2nd quarter of 2026.
• Randy Jones will personally interview final candidates.
• All awards are based on the availability of funds each year.
• Grants are awarded annually and are limited to the funds available as of January 1st of each year.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWING THE AWARD?
Recipients must remain eligible by maintaining their commitment to academic excellence, continuing to participate in an athletic program, and finally, submitting an updated application online.
WHAT DO I NEED TO APPLY?
- Brief description from the child on his or her dedication to academic excellence, their primary sport, and how this grant has impacted their life.
