Every Child. Every Sport. Every Opportunity.

At the Lindy Infante Foundation, we put 100% of all funds raised into youth sports participation.

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Leveling The Playing Field

Whether it’s a child, team, or nonprofit organization serving children, the Lindy Infante Foundation helps cover the costs of youth athletics no matter the sport. We believe that participation in sports has the power to connect youth to a greater sense of purpose, growth, and opportunity.

Who Was Lindy Infante?

Why Our Mission Matters

42% of families interested in sports cite cost as the reason for not participating. Rand Corporation: Who Plays, Who pays - July 2019
2.3 Million kids have left sports in the last 5 years. Aspen Institute Stats
56% of teen girls don't participate in sports. Womens Sports Foundation: The State of High School Sports - July 2019
30% participation gap between kids from lower and higher income families. Aspen Institute Stats
We pledge that 100% of every dollar donated will be given to children in need. Help us unlock the greatness in children. Donate

Youth Sports with No Limits

Providing the opportunity for positive growth to every child.

Lindy Infante Foundation Launches New Partnership Initiative: Sports In A Bag

  The Lindy Infante Foundation is working in partnership with OSU LiFEsports, The Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, Boys and Girls Club of Columbus, The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority, and others on an exciting new initiative: Sports In A Bag. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, sports have been canceled. The Foundation regularly puts on free […]

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The Power of Play

“The Lindy Infante Foundation helps kids have the opportunity to shine and have their lives impacted forever."

– Michelle Cramer - President & CEO, Cramer & Associates
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The Power of Play

“Participation in sports helps develop youth as leaders and role models in our communities.”

– Steven Fields - Director of Community Engagement, Huntington Bancshares
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The Power of Play

“The Lindy Infante Foundation provides access to opportunity, a safe space to play and learn, and a lifetime of mentorship.”

– Dan Sharpe - VP Community Research & Grant Management, Columbus Foundation
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The Power of Play

“Sports help youth experience healthy growth, life skills, relationships, and personal development.”

– Loren Brown - President & CEO, Catholic Foundation
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The Power of Play

“The Lindy Infante Foundation provides kids a sense of hope and comfort knowing that someone cares about them.”

– Craig Moore - President, New Albany Foundation
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