PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Sport Oregon Foundation is increasing alternatives for girls and girls throughout the state by means of its “She Flies” initiative, a program designed to help, interact and rejoice feminine participation in sports all through Oregon.
She Flies goals to foster secure, welcoming group areas the place those that determine as girls and girls can expertise the bodily, psychological and social advantages of sports. The program additionally focuses on constructing networks of encouragement and connection to strengthen a extra inclusive sports tradition statewide.
A key a part of the trouble is the She Flies Community Grant, which offers funding to Oregon-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt standing and working budgets beneath $5 million.
Grants are awarded in three focus areas: “Keeping Girls in the Game,” which helps packages serving to girls ages 10 to 16 keep lively; “Empowering Women Coaches,” geared toward rising training and management alternatives for feminine coaches and officers; and “Fit for Life,” which funds initiatives selling lifelong bodily and psychological wellness for ladies of all ages.
Through She Flies, the muse hopes to guarantee extra girls and girls throughout Oregon have the chance to thrive by means of sport.
You can apply to the She Flies Community Grant here.