Building Remote Golf Clinics Capacity in Alaska
GrantID: 2999
ArchivedGrant Funding Amount Low: $700
Deadline: June 1, 2023
Grant Amount High: $20,000
Summary
Grant Overview
Capacity Gaps for Youth Golf in Alaska
In Alaska, the vast geographical spread and remote community structures create notable capacity gaps in access to sports and recreational activities, particularly golf. Many rural communities are difficult to reach due to limited infrastructure, with only about 25% of the state's roads connecting to outside areas; the remainder relies on air travel, which can be cost-prohibitive for families with children. As a result, young individuals with disabilities often miss opportunities to engage in sports that promote physical health and social interaction.
The challenges faced in rural Alaska are compounded by workforce constraints, where the pool of qualified coaches and instructors familiar with adaptive sports is limited. Training these coaches to effectively deliver remote golf clinics is essential for bridging the gap. To effectively implement the program, significant training initiatives will need to be established, ensuring that instructors can provide high-quality coaching that accommodates various disabilities. Without sufficient resources and trained personnel, the initiative risks failing to meet the needs of local youth.
This funding program aims to utilize mobile golf units that can travel to remote locations, facilitating golf clinics directly in communities where young individuals with disabilities reside. By establishing partnerships with local schools and related organizations, the initiative will create tailored programs designed to engage youth locally, reducing the geographical barriers associated with traditional sports programs. Importantly, this program will include equipment provision, allowing participants to try out adaptive golf gear without financial implications to their families.
Ultimately, Alaska's focus on addressing capacity gaps through this initiative is aimed at fostering a healthier, more engaged youth population that benefits from the physical and social opportunities that golf provides. By targeting rural youth with disabilities, the program seeks to ensure that geographical isolation does not hinder their ability to engage in sports and develop skills that translate into lifelong benefits.
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