What is GA 100?
GA 100 is a pitch-build campaign created by the Atlanta United Community Fund (AUCF) to build up to 100 pitches in underserved communities across Georgia. Non-profit organizations seeking to create a mini-pitch or full-size soccer field are eligible to receive a matching grant up to $100,000. Since launching in 2020, the program has funded nearly $4.5 million for soccer pitches throughout the state, further cementing its status as the most ambitious community-pitch build program in MLS.
What is AUCF?
The Atlanta United Community Fund is led by a committee of Blank Family of Businesses associates who inform funding priorities, evaluate grant applications, conduct site visits and monitor the impact of their grants. It strives to make the game of soccer accessible and inclusive for individuals across the state of Georgia through pitch-builds, equipment donations and facilitating programming. AUCF is an affiliated fund of The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation.
How many pitches have been built?
In 2025, AUCF awarded $1.15 million in grants to create or refurbish 12 fields to 52.
Is there a specific area of focus for this initiative?
Atlanta United and AUCF is committed to expanding its impact statewide by building pitches in underserved communities across Georgia.
How does an organization apply for this grant?
The Atlanta United Community Fund GA 100 soccer pitch grant initiative will use a two-step application process: a Letter of Intent (LOI) followed by a formal application. Organizations whose LOIs are reviewed and approved will be invited to submit a full application for funding consideration. Visit atlutd.com/ga100 to learn more.
What organizations are eligible to receive a GA 100 grant?
To be eligible for a grant under the GA 100 Initiative, projects must be sponsored by non-profit community-based organizations registered as exempt from Federal Income Tax under Internal Revenue Service Code Section 501(c)(3), elementary, middle, or high schools, or government public sector entities (e.g. City, Parks and Recreation Departments, etc.). In addition, all organizations applying for funds must be located specifically and exclusively within the State of Georgia and serve under-resourced areas within the state.
What type of existing field spaces can be considered?
AUCF is interested in reviewing applications to upgrade existing facilities in poor condition or otherwise underutilized. Please note that fields with natural grass/sod surfaces, rather than synthetic sports surfaces, require a minimum 5-year maintenance plan and corresponding budget to demonstrate that the applying organization will maintain the field.
Is a mini pitch the only option?
No. AUCF is interested in funding soccer fields that fit the size and needs of the applicant’s community. The program was initially designed to build “mini pitches” with a minimum dimension of 60' x 90', plus additional safety requirements. Since then, AUCF has funded full-size soccer fields, futsal courts, and hard-surface enclosures. Examples of previous GA 100 grant winners can be found here: – GA 100 Grant Winners/Completed Pitches.
What are the matching requirements for the GA 100 grant?
AUCF strongly prefers applicants with matching funds that exceed the minimum 1:1 match. Applicants are required to list all partners involved in the development of the field.
Would 'in-kind' donations by contractors count towards the match required?
Yes. In-kind donations directly related to the construction of the field can also be considered, upon review, as part of the matching requirement. Applicants will be required to submit financial commitment letters from match funding sources, including in-kind donations.
Can an organization apply for more than one pitch?
Applicants may apply for more than $100,000 to construct or upgrade multiple soccer pitches. Funding requests exceeding $100,000 for developing multiple pitches are subject to 1:1 matching fund requirements.