Women Sports Foundation
About Women Sports Foundation
Founded in 1974, the Women's Sports Foundation has grown into a trusted ally and advocate for girls and women pursuing their potential through sports and physical activity. Based in New York, NY, this organization has spent decades building meaningful relationships with athletes, communities, and partners who share a vision of sports equity and inclusion. The Foundation's mission is rooted in a simple yet powerful belief: that all girls and women deserve the opportunity to reach their potential in sports and in life. What sets the Women's Sports Foundation apart is its holistic commitment to change—functioning simultaneously as a financial resource for athletes, a research institution generating critical data, an educational voice in communities, and a passionate advocate for policy reform. The organization recognizes that meaningful progress requires sustained effort across multiple dimensions, from supporting individual athletes to influencing systemic change at the institutional level. The Women's Sports Foundation's team brings together athletes, researchers, educators, and advocates who understand firsthand the transformative power of sports. By combining direct support for aspiring champions with community-based programs and research-driven advocacy, the Foundation has established itself as a catalyst for tomorrow's leaders. For those in New York and beyond who believe in the power of sports to change lives, the Women's Sports Foundation represents a committed partner working toward a future where every girl and woman can thrive.