Programs u0026 Services
Play it Forward
Giving the Gift of Ultimate
Everyone should have the chance to experience the joy of ultimate, and no one should be denied the opportunity to be a part of the ultimate community because of their socioeconomic status. u003cstrongu003ePlay It Forward provides financial aid and membership support for youthu003c/strongu003e from underserved communities. This program helps eliminate some of the financial barriers to playing ultimate: membership dues for youth players and tryout fees for U-20 National Team athletes who need it.rnrnThe Play it Forward program is funded by donations to the u003ca href=u0022https://theultimatefoundation.org/u0022u003eUltimate Foundationu003c/au003e.
Play it Forward
Players are eligible for a Play it Forward membership fee waiver if they have not yet graduated from high school and are planning to participate in a USA Ultimate sanctioned or championship event. Individuals may apply at the link below. Coaches and organizations may submit this application on behalf of their player(s).
Faces and Stories
Saamir Baker
“You guys have changed my life for the betterment of myself. I don’t know where I would be without ultimate, and as an extension, I don’t know where I would be without you guys. So, I appreciate it so much and thank you for giving me access to play this amazing sport. I hope to one day be able to donate to Play It Forward.”
June Rapisura
“Having the opportunity to try out for this team means the whole world to me because this is one of the reasons why I work so hard — to reach a position where I can showcase my skills, talent and heart that I play with.”
J’Lynn Matthews
“Ultimate was my first sport. I love ultimate! I can’t imagine myself not playing anymore. Every time I get on that field, I feel like I’m on vacation, like it’s an escape. I just love talking about it and playing it so much. That’s why I continue to do it in college.”