Increase access to outdoor recreation and free play in underserved communities by creating safe and inclusive skateparks.
Founded by Tony Hawk in 2002 (as the Tony Hawk Foundation; renamed in 2020). Has awarded $13M to help fund nearly 700 public skateparks across all 50 US states. Two main grant tiers: Standard Skatepark Grants up to $25,000 and Built to Play up to $250,000 (in partnership with the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation).
Standard Skatepark Grants
Grant funding up to $25,000 to community-led projects building skateparks, skate spaces, and skate spots in underserved communities.
Built to Play
Grants up to $250,000 supporting community groups and municipalities creating free public skateparks. Partnership with the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation focused on 16 counties of Southeast Michigan and Western New York.