N7 Fund

Playing sports can be a positive influence in a child’s life. Not only does it provide exercise and build self-confidence, it helps steer youth away from trouble and negative influences. But what if children don't have a sports program in their community? The N7 Fund provides grant money to Native American communities in support of sports and physical activity programs for youth. Our goal is to help unleash a child’s potential through the power of sport. With sizable grants, we’re striving to make a difference in Native communities, because we believe every child should experience the thrill of sport.

How to Qualify:

If you would like to apply for a grant from the N7 Fund, you must complete the funding application by November 15, 2009, 12 AM PST, and meet the following guidelines.

  • You must be a 501 c 3 Non Profit Organization.
  • You must be an organization that serves the Native American community.
  • Your program must have a sports focus.
  • It must be a program serving youth high school age or younger.
  • You must have a measurement for success.

All applicants will receive final funding result notification on or before June 1, 2010. The next grant cycle will begin in June 2010.

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Jacoby Ellsbury
Honorary Board Member

Jacoby Ellsbury is a rising star and the first Major Leaguer of Navajo decent. The Red Sox leadoff hitter is an Honorary Board Member for the N7 Fund. The 2007 World Series Champion is a member of the Colorado River Indian Community.

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Nike N7

Nike N7 is comprised of two different lines of shoes. The Nike N7 Collection line of shoes draws inspiration from Native cultures and is sized according to standard Nike fit. It is available to all United States consumers starting 11/7/09 at select Nike Factory Stores and on nikestore.com. Profits from the sale of these shoes go to the N7 Fund.

Air Native N7s, the second line of shoes, are designed specifically for the shape of the Native American foot and draw inspiration from Native cultures. These shoes can be found only through Native American Health Promotion Disease Prevention Programs across the United States. 100% of the Air Native N7 profits go directly to the N7 Fund.

Mission

Nike is committed to helping unleash the potential of Native American youth through the power of sport. A physically active lifestyle promotes more than exercise. Involvement in sports and physical activity leads to greater self-confidence, enabling youth to be a force for positive change in their communities. And by supporting Native youth programs across the country, our goal is for the N7 Fund to make a difference beyond the playing field.

Donate to the Fund

Profits from Nike N7 sales go to the N7 Fund. In addition, the fund is accepting donations from individuals and organizations to help make a difference in the lives of Native American youth.

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