
The COVID-19 pandemic forced the sports world to pause, canceling countless competitions and postponing play worldwide. With the absence of sport, we have all felt the void—Americans across the country have come to recognize and appreciate the critical role that sport plays in our culture. At the same time, Team USA athletes continue to find creative and innovative ways not only to train, but to inspire and engage our communities.
It is in this spirit that the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Foundation have established the Team USA Service & Hope Award, a new annual grant awarded to both Team USA athletes who embody the Olympic values of Excellence, Respect and Friendship and the Paralympic values of Determination, Inspiration and Equality and charitable organizations whose missions are focused on inspiration and hope. Through this award program, we celebrate our athletes’ commitment to our communities, not only as members of Team USA, but as citizens who have the unique ability to inspire positive change through meaningful service and engagement.
For a detailed program overview including athlete eligibility and nonprofit organization requirements, download this FAQ.
The application is now closed.
If you have general questions about the Team USA Service & Hope Award, contact serviceandhope@usopc.org.