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Scholarship Opportunities

We, at East County Little League, believe that every eligible child should be able to participate in our league, regardless of their financial situation. This year especially, families may be feeling the effect of the COVID pandemic financially. Although East County Little League does not offer individual scholarships to families, we have a couple affiliates that may be able to help you out! Please check out the information in the Scholarship/Financial Aid section, to apply for free or reduced registration costs with either of the affiliates we have listed below.

We hope to see you all on the field soon!

T-Mobile Little League Call Up Grant Program

Program Overview

The T-Mobile Little League® Call Up Grant is dedicated to helping families in need by covering registration fees associated with their local Little League program. T-Mobile and Little League share the belief that every child should have the chance to experience Little League, regardless of their financial or personal situation.

How it works

The T-Mobile Little League® Call Up Grant offers a simple-to-use application to assist families in need with registration fees. Our goal is to provide resources to get and keep children on the field. Families interested in applying for a grant should click the button below:

APPLY NOW

Prior to applying, families should identify their local league by visiting PlayLittleLeague.org and reach out to their league for more information about registration dates and fees.

Helpful Resources

Learn more about the T-Mobile Little League® Call Up Grant including instructions on how to apply and Frequently Asked Questions in addition to download resources to help promote this program in your community.

Recipient Spotlights

These videos share how the T-Mobile Little League® Call Up Grant Program helped families in need last season.

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Fast Facts

Financial Challenges

1 in 5 kids may not have the opportunity to play sports due to financial challenges.

Approved Grants

9 out of 10 Call Up Grants were approved for the 2020 Little League season.

Local Leagues

723 local leagues across 42 states received a Call Up Grant in 2020.

Testimonials

Newberry's B.L.O.C.K .

Newberry's BLOCK Sports Scholarships –

Frequently Asked Questions

We believe that no child should be left on the sidelines and all should be given the opportunity to experience the positive benefits of organized sport. Newberry’s BLOCK provides support to children to remove financial barriers that prevent them from playing organized sports.

• Newberry’s BLOCK provides sports scholarships to children from families facing financial barriers so they can participate in registered sport programs.
• Newberry’s BLOCK supports programs that provide the child with a sustained sport experience led by qualified instructors.

Who is eligible to receive a Newberry’s BLOCK Grant?

• Children aged 18 and under are eligible to apply for a grant.
• Newberry’s BLOCK considers the social and economic barriers facing the family when determining eligibility.
• Families that are currently unemployed, of low income, or receiving income support are considered.
• Scholarships are allocated for sport registration fees and equipment deemed by Newberry’s BLOCK as necessary for safe play.
• Scholarships are NOT allocated for the following:
o Travel expenses to/from practices or competitions
o Down-payments or deposits on equipment
o Sport program fundraising requirements
o Down-payments or deposits on parent/volunteer hours
• Scholarship recipients must submit a new application request if selected to participate in post-season honors, playoff games, all-star competitions, or similar events after the regular season.

When is the deadline to apply?

• It’s best to submit your application to Newberry’s BLOCK as soon as you register your child in the sports program.
• Programs that are full or past the registration deadline are not eligible for funding.

How to Apply:

1. Complete the Newberry’s BLOCK application form (fill in all sections) and verify your financial situation in accordance with the application instructions.
2. Register your child in the sports program at the same time you apply for Newberry’s BLOCK support. Notify the sport organization that you are requesting scholarship funds through Newberry’s BLOCK.
3. Email ([email protected]) or mail (PO Box 412, Brentwood CA 94513) your completed Newberry’s BLOCK application and a copy of the sports registration.
4. Application is reviewed by Newberry’s BLOCK within 30 days of receipt.
5. In addition to the application form, Newberry’s BLOCK review may include an in-person or phone interview with the applicant, parent/guardian, and/or endorser. This review may also include the applicant’s school report card and/or school attendance record.
6. Newberry’s BLOCK will notify the applicant and family of possible scholarship decisions in writing within 10 days of its decision.