USATF Foundation approves $385,000 in grants for 2010

INDIANAPOLIS - The USA Track & Field Foundation approved $385,000 for grant funding in 2010 at its winter board meeting in San Diego, announced USATF Foundation Executive Director Tom Jackovic and Chairman Bob Greifeld. The total includes money available for youth grants, elite grants and special programs such as The Distance Project. 

“During these challenging times, the USATF Foundation is delighted to announce its commitment to another year of significant financial support for the sport of track and field. As a result of our recently approved 2010 grant schedule, constituents ranging from the earliest beginners to the most elite veterans, will receive the assistance they need to continue to explore their passion and talent for our sport,” said Foundation Director Amory Rowe.

Interested parties may fill out the USATF Foundation grant application online at usatffoundation.org. 

The USATF Foundation provides a means to attract and guide funds to new and innovative track and field programs with an emphasis on providing opportunities for youth athletes, emerging elite athletes, distance training centers and anti-doping education. The Foundation depends on donations from its Board of Directors and from generous fans of track & field.

For more information or to contribute to the USA Track & Field Foundation, visit www.usatffoundation.org.