Community Grant Program for Youth Sports

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Community Grant Program for Youth Sports

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The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

Ed Stack: Lessons from Dick’s Sporting Goods [Outliers]

Host: Shane Parrish

Timestamp: 01:05:30 - 01:06:25

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"Dick's launched the Sports Matter Initiative, committing over $100 million to save youth sports programs."

Market Gap

Youth sports programs face funding cuts, limiting access for kids.

Many schools across the United States have cut sports programs due to budget constraints, leading to fewer opportunities for children to engage in sports and physical activity. This lack of funding directly affects the well-being of countless kids, reducing their chances of building teamwork skills and maintaining healthy lifestyles. Current funding solutions often come from limited community donations or sporadic sponsorships, which are not sustainable. Without intervention, the number of youth involved in sports continues to decline, leading to broader societal issues such as increased obesity rates and reduced social cohesion.

Summary

An entrepreneur could develop a digital platform that connects local businesses and individuals to fund youth sports initiatives through micro-grants and donations. This platform would allow users to contribute directly to specific sports programs in their communities, ensuring that funds are allocated transparently and effectively. By creating a community-driven funding model, the platform would not only help revive youth sports but also build stronger community ties and brand loyalty for local businesses. Similar to how Dick's Sporting Goods initiated the Sports Matter Initiative, this platform would emphasize the importance of youth sports as a crucial part of childhood development.

Categorization

Business Model
Community
Target Founder
Generalist
Difficulty
Medium
Time to Revenue
3-6 months
Initial Investment
$1,000-$10,000

Potential MRR (18-24 months)

Conservative
$3,000 - $6,000 MRR
Moderate (Most Likely)
$10,000 - $20,000 MRR
Optimistic
$30,000 - $50,000 MRR

* Estimates assume solo founder/bootstrap scenario with competent execution

Scores

Clarity
8/10
Novelty
7/10
Feasibility
8/10
Market Potential
8/10
Evidence
7/10
Overall
7.6/10
Found on September 23, 2025 • Analyzed on September 23, 2025 1:03 PM

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