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TeamSnap
A messaging platform that streamlines communication between the coach, athlete and parents.  It simplifies tasks like scheduling, communication, registration, payment collection, and more.
WhatsApp
A free, cross-platform messaging and calling app that allows users to send text, voice, and video messages, as well as share files and make voice and video calls over the internet.
Discord
A free communication platform that allows users to interact through text, voice, and video. It’s known for its virtual communities called “servers,” where users can chat, share content, and engage in voice and video calls.
Spond
A free platform designed to simplify the management of teams and groups. It has a messaging system, event planning and scheduling, tracking attendance, payment collection (with a fee), fundraising campaigns, and more.

A Gratitude From Elgin Sharks Track Club

“We are so grateful to be a grant recipient this year and for everything the USATF Foundation is doing to support all of these amazing youth track teams! We look forward to collaborating social media with you and keeping in touch throughout the year!”

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USATF Foundation News

USATF Foundation Announces 50 Youth Club Grant Recipients

USATF Foundation Announces 50 Youth Club Grant Recipients

Apr 16, 2026

PITTSBURGH, PA – The future of American track & field is being shaped at the grassroots level, and in 2026, the USA Track & Field Foundation is making a significant investment to ensure that future is accessible, inclusive, and strong. The USATF Foundation has...

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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 and experienced elite athletes, along with guidance on future career paths. The Foundation depends upon donations from its Board of Directors, major gifts, and from generous fans of track & field.

Elite athletes are supported by the Foundation via monetary grants, career counseling (mentoring and jobs) and participation in Run With US!. Youth athletes are supported via monetary grants to youth clubs.

For more information, or to contribute to the USA Track & Field Foundation, Click Here or contact Tom Jackovic at (412) 398-2484 or tjackovic@usatffoundation.org.