The Foundation was established in 1974 by Billie Jean King, and Donna de Varona. Sponsored by Reebok through the Women's Sports Foundation. This grant is not directed at the teacher or coach per se, but it does support the sport team, and may be initiated by the coach. In addition to shoes, Reebok will sponsor a sports clinic for one team in each sport featuring a top female athlete. The awards are directed at any girls high school sports team that demonstrates a desire to increase participation in sports and promote excellence, participation and healthy competition.
Applications are available ongoing.
The Foundation seeks to create an educated public that encourages females' participation and supports gender equality in sport. The Foundation was established in 1974 by Billie Jean King, and Donna de Varona. Applicants will be selected on the basis of financial need, team goals, number of athletes, community service activities and demonstration of healthy competition. The grants are sponsored by Spalding through the Women's Sports Foundation. Applications are available on-going.