Partners

Teamwork makes the play equity dream a reality.

brand partner impact

Together with our brand partners, Good Sports provides new sports and fitness equipment to help youth organizations in high-need communities provide more play opportunity.

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Since 2003, Good Sports has donated over $105 million in brand new gear to programs in need nationwide.

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76% of children Good Sports serves identify as BIPOC.

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Good Sports has supported children across all 50 states, and Puerto Rico!

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Why Equipment Donations

The cost of play is a major barrier to access and it is keeping children in high-need communities on the sidelines.

Why it Matters

We know the benefits of sports can be life-changing. Children who play do better mentally, academically, socially and physically. Cost cannot continue to be a barrier for these essential growth opportunities.

Why Brands Choose Us

Consumers want to see brands giving back, and to sports fans, Good Sports’ mission is clear and powerful.

We have an outstanding reputation, with a top four-star Charity Navigator rating and longstanding partnerships with numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional sports entities, and sporting goods manufacturers.

We are an extension of your community and marketing team, with ample experience executing a variety of high-profile activations and reporting on the equipment’s impact.

How it Works

More funding means more kids are playing. Good Sports customizes brand partnerships to achieve your goals and provide equipment in communities you care about. 
Here are a few popular models:

Activations

Not only will we donate equipment to organizations in your key markets, but our team will execute a Play Celebration event to present equipment to a youth organization and some very excited kids.

Spotlight: Jayson Tatum and Gatorade delighted Boston youth with an equipment donation (video).

Community Investment

We’ll provide up to $2 in equipment for every dollar contributed to communities you care about. You’ll get a report with impact stats, stories and photos!

Spotlight: DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation and Good Sports team up to provide equipment in key markets across the US.

Cause Marketing

Designating a portion of sales or similar metrics towards Good Sports is a great way to show support and give customers a chance to play their part.

Spotlight: Under Armour customers can donate at the register to support Good Sports.

Interested in Learning More?

For brands interested in learning more about a brand partnership, click here.

brand partnership inquiry

What type of partnership are you interested (click all that apply)(Required)

Please reach out to Rebecca at rlynch@goodsports.org with any questions not answered in our FAQ. Otherwise, we will reach out shortly!

For manufacturers interested in donating new equipment, apparel or footwear, click here.

Equipment Partnership Inquiry

Good Sports provides a philanthropic outlet for equipment manufacturers’ excess inventory, by donating brand-new sporting equipment, apparel and footwear to youth organizations in need across the country.
We accept everything from agility ladders and shin guards, to socks and jerseys – it just must be new!

Our warehouse has the capacity to hold millions of dollars’ worth of inventory for distribution to youth organizations in need. In working with Good Sports as a partner, equipment manufacturers can obtain:

  • A tax-deductible outlet for excess inventory
  • Impact reports outlining where your donation has gone and how it is benefitting youth programs
  • Inclusion of logo and name recognition in annual reports, infographics, website acknowledgement, and newsletters
  • Ability to contribute towards elimination of clothing and footwear in landfills through donation of unused product
Please note Good Sports cannot accept:
  • Items that are used. All equipment, apparel and footwear must be brand-new.
  • Logos/branding inconsistent with a children’s charity.
  • Items with any damage, defects or current recalls.
  • Products not in compliance with any current regulations.
Equipment partners must notify Good Sports of any and all future recall processes.

Join the biggest players of the sporting goods industry in supporting Good Sports, and putting your gear to good use. Express your interest by filling out the form below:

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