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Volleyball is for everyone! Access to safe, inclusive opportunities to play volleyball includes grants and scholarships provided by the non-profit arm of ERVA, Spike2Care.

Spike2Care hosts various events throughout the year raise funds for assistance programs. These programs & events make it possible to offer scholarships and grants to ERVA members in need, renovating courts, purchasing new equipment, and more. Assistance is provided when appropriate through applications or nominations.

Special fundraising events may also be hosted to support members experiencing hardship; to nominate a member, please contact the Region to discuss: office@evergreenregion.org

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Scholarships, Grants & Other Funding

Junior Scholarship Application

For players who are playing for a club with substantial travel expenses or team fees it is not possible for S2C to meet a substantial portion of a travel club’s team fee. We usually have more than 275 applicants and try to help as many athletes participate in club volleyball. A cap on dollar amount may occur to make funds available to more applicants.

Deadline is December, 1, 2026!

To be eligible for a S2C Junior Player Scholarship:

  • Be a current member of a USAV club in good standing within the Evergreen Region.
    • A club is NOT in good standing if the club, any of its board members or its club director were sanctioned by the ERVA or another body for any issues related to financial mismanagement or fraud in the last three years.
  • A current member in good standing with your club and the ERVA. You must hold a rosterable full season membership type at the time the Scholarship Committee verifies eligibility. Limited or One Event memberships are NOT eligible.
  • Applicants will be deemed ineligible for review if they don’t meet the membership requirement.

After December 1st Submission Deadline:
  • ERVA Scholarship Committee will conduct scholarship review. 
    • The review process typically takes approximately 30 days.
    • All applicants will be notified via email whether or not they are awarded a scholarship.
  • ERVA will notify the club of the application.
    • ERVA will confirm outstanding amount of dues, ask supporting information regarding need, inquire if there are club scholarships or fundraising options.
  • If scholarship funds awarded, a Scholarship Contract will be sent to applicant.
  • ERVA will notify club of scholarship contract and amount awarded. Club Director will need to sign contract after family returns a signed copy.
  • ERVA will notify all parties when the fully executed contract has been returned.
  • ERVA will send check to club after the contract has been received by all parties.

Player Sponsorships

The Evergreen Region Volleyball Association (ERVA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and we proudly offer a sponsorship program that allows businesses and individuals to support junior athletes directly.

Sponsors can make a tax-deductible donation through ERVA’s secure donation portal. 100% of your donation will go directly toward the specified athlete’s club volleyball expenses. Once a donation is processed, sponsors will receive a receipt with our nonprofit Tax ID number for tax purposes.

If you would like to seek additional sponsors to help with your club dues with local business and community members, please feel free to use the Player Sponsorship Request Letter Template below. Click>File>MAKE A COPY to edit the highlighted fields to personalize the letter with your own information.

You are welcome to use ERVA’s nonprofit status and donation link when requesting support.

Player Sponsorship Letter Request Template

Do you want to support a local athlete in their club volleyball journey? Use the link below to donate!

Your donation can be made securely through ERVA’s online donation portal. Be sure to include the player’s name in the donation comments so payment can be made to their club.

You will receive a receipt for your donation, including ERVA’s Tax ID number, which you can use for tax purposes.

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Program Development Grants

The Evergreen Region Volleyball Association (ERVA) Program Development Grant provides financial assistance to clubs, members, and organizations working to grow, expand, and increase access to volleyball opportunities throughout the Evergreen Region.

Grant funding is competitive and is not guaranteed. ERVA may approve a request in full, provide partial funding, place conditions on an award, or decline a request based on available funding and program priorities.

Grant funding is intended to help launch or expand programs in identified development areas and reduce some of the financial barriers associated with creating new opportunities.

Priority consideration will be given to programs supporting:

  • Youth Development – introductory, elementary, middle school, or other youth volleyball opportunities.
  • Outdoor Volleyball – sand, grass, outdoor leagues, courts, clinics, or community programming.
  • Sitting & Adaptive Volleyball – programs that increase opportunities for athletes with disabilities.
  • Underserved Communities – programs expanding volleyball into geographic areas or communities with limited access to current opportunities.
  • Other Volleyball Development – innovative programs or initiatives that demonstrate an opportunity to grow volleyball within the Evergreen Region.

Boys Volleyball Development Grants are funded through a separate grant program and application process.

What Can Grant Funds Be Used For?

Grant requests may include expenses directly associated with launching or expanding an eligible program, including:

  • Volleyballs, nets, antennas, pole pads, carts, and other volleyball equipment
  • Outdoor or sand volleyball equipment
  • Facility or court rental
  • Program staffing or instructional costs
  • Participant giveaways or introductory equipment
  • Marketing and participant recruitment
  • Equipment or supplies needed to establish a new program or facility
  • Other program-specific startup or development expenses
Who Can Apply?

Current ERVA Clubs, ERVA members, and organizations operating within the Evergreen Region geographic boundaries may apply.
To be considered, the proposed project should:

  • Serve participants or communities within the Evergreen Region.
  • Support the development, expansion, or increased accessibility of volleyball.
  • Include a defined purpose and plan for implementation.
  • Provide a reasonable project budget.
  • Demonstrate how the program or project can continue or provide lasting benefit beyond the initial grant funding.

Complete the online ERVA Program Development Grant Application and provide the following supporting information:

1. Program Development Outline / Strategic Plan

Provide an overview of the program, facility, or initiative for which you are requesting assistance, including:

  • What are you proposing to create or expand?
  • Why is this program or project needed in your community?
  • Who will the program serve?
  • What are the goals of the program?
  • How will ERVA grant funding help make the program possible or more accessible?
  • What is your anticipated timeline?
  • What is the long-term plan for continuing the program or maintaining the project after grant assistance ends?
2. Program / Project Budget

Provide a proposed budget outlining anticipated revenue and expenses.

Depending on the project, this may include:

  • Participant or entry fees
  • Facility expenses
  • Staffing
  • Equipment
  • Marketing
  • Giveaways or participant supplies
  • Other program-specific expenses
Grant Reporting Requirements 

Grant recipients will be asked to complete a brief post-program grant report within 30 days of the completion of the funded program or project. This helps ERVA measure the impact of grant funding, identify opportunities for continued support, and share the success of volleyball development throughout the Region.

Winter Grant Cycle
  • Applications Open: October 15
  • Application Deadline: January 15
  • Designed primarily for programs and projects taking place during the winter and spring.
Spring Grant Cycle
  • Applications Open: February 15
  • Application Deadline: May 15
  • Designed primarily for programs and projects taking place during the summer, fall, or upcoming season.

Boys Volleyball Grants for Clubs

The Evergreen Region Boys Volleyball Grant Program helps clubs reduce financial barriers to growing boys volleyball by providing funding support for eligible programs. Grant funds may be used toward approved program and event expenses, helping clubs introduce more athletes to the sport, develop boys teams, and create additional opportunities for boys to compete and participate in volleyball.

  • All funding must be used by May of 2027.
  • The team using funding must participate in:
    • Two USAV sanctioned tournaments in the 2026-27 season.
    • Club must host 1 TRY Boys Volleyball clinic through USAV.
  • A detailed exit survey of how funding was used must be submitted by April 23, 2027 (Form sent out by ERVA).

  • Volleyballs, nets, antennas, pole pads, carts, and other volleyball equipment
  • Facility or court rental
  • Program staffing or instructional costs
  • Participant giveaways or introductory equipment
  • Marketing and participant recruitment
  • USAV Tournament Fee Reimbursements

Want to Help?

You can donate in a few different ways:

Scholarship & Grant Programs

Donations support the general fund for the Junior or Adult Division, which is distributed annually to applicants.

Support a Member

Donate directly to a specific member experiencing financial hardship or needing assistance with club dues.

Support an Event

Donate to help support the operation of a specific event of your choice. Email us at office@evergreenregion.org