NLSF Scholarship Fund – Apply for Financial Assistance

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At Next Level Sports Foundation, our mission is to make sure every student-athlete in the St. Louis community has access to college recruiting opportunities, training resources, and the support they need to reach the next level — regardless of financial circumstances.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our local business partners and community donors, we’re proud to offer a scholarship fund for middle school and high school athletes who attend one of our partner schools. If your family needs financial assistance, you can apply below.

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How the Scholarship Works

The NLSF Scholarship Fund exists to support student athletes who may need help covering:

- Training services at one of our partner facilities

- Recruiting support

- Program fees

- Educational and development resources

Every one of our partner businesses offers exclusive discounts to student-athletes who attend our partner schools. You can view these businesses and their available discounts on our Partners Page — simply click on any partner’s logo to see what support they provide to your school’s athletes.

If your family still cannot afford the services offered — even after partner discounts — that’s where the Next Level Scholarship Fund can step in.

Who Can Apply?

This scholarship fund is open to:

- Middle school and high school student-athletes who currently attend one of our NLSF partner schools
- Family must demonstrate financial need for assistance and want to continue their athletic and academic development

- If your school is listed on our Partners Page, you are eligible to apply.

What the Scholarship Covers

If approved, NLSF may cover:

- Partial or full program costs at one of our partner training facilities

- Recruiting membership assistance

- Development resources

- Fees necessary for athletic and academic advancement

Our goal is simple:
If you have the talent and the drive, financial barriers should NOT hold you back.

What Happens After You Apply?

- You will receive an email confirmation immediately

- Your application will be reviewed by our team

- You will receive a decision within 3 business days

- If approved, you will be connected directly with the training facility or service provider you requested assistance for

Apply for the NLSF Scholarship Fund

Click the button below to submit your application:

Please complete the form with as much detail as possible so our team can accurately evaluate your request.

Thank You to Our Partners & Donors

This entire fund is made possible through the support of:

- Local St. Louis businesses

- Training facilities

- The Crocker Law Firm

- Educational and ACT prep companies

- Families and individuals who believe in our mission

- Community members who want to empower young athletes

Their generosity ensures that every athlete — regardless of income — has the chance to pursue college opportunities and reach their full potential both on and off the field.

You can view all current partner businesses on our Partners Page.