Programs
Our programs
Six programs that reduce the cost of competitive badminton and build the coaches, facilities, and opportunities the sport needs to grow in Arizona.
01
Training Stipends
Serious training is one of the largest costs in competitive badminton. Training stipends help cover coaching and training costs for students who are dedicated to the sport but whose families are under financial strain, so that cost does not stand in the way of a player's development.
- Who it serves
- Students committed to competitive badminton whose families face financial hardship.
Interested in this program? Contact us to apply or learn more.
02
Equipment Grants
Badminton equipment is expensive, and shuttlecocks wear out after only a game or two. One-time equipment grants help players buy the essentials they need to train and compete safely: proper court shoes, rackets, and shuttlecocks.
- Who it serves
- Players who need equipment and are experiencing financial hardship.
Interested in this program? Contact us to apply or learn more.
03
Play Facilities
Dedicated badminton courts are scarce in Arizona and costly to rent. The Foundation rents facilities and builds partnerships with local schools and recreation centers to create regular, affordable opportunities for the public to play.
- Who it serves
- Players of all ages and skill levels in the community.
Interested in this program? Contact us to apply or learn more.
04
College Scholarships
For many high school players, graduation is the end of competitive badminton. College scholarships support Arizona students who played competitively in high school and want to continue playing through their college years.
- Who it serves
- Arizona high school students who have played competitively and plan to continue in college.
Interested in this program? Contact us to apply or learn more.
05
Coach Education
Many high school badminton programs are led by dedicated coaches with limited badminton-specific training. Technical coaching clinics teach coaches how to run effective drills, assess player performance, and diagnose and correct technique.
- Who it serves
- High school badminton coaches.
Interested in this program? Contact us to apply or learn more.
06
Player Clinics
Open clinics are held throughout the year for any student who wants to learn the game. Clinics focus on fundamentals such as grip, footwork, and the core strokes, and give new players a welcoming place to start.
- Who it serves
- Students of all skill levels, including complete beginners.
Interested in this program? Contact us to apply or learn more.
Help more young athletes get on the court.
Your gift funds training stipends, equipment, scholarships, and affordable places to play across Arizona. The Sunset Badminton Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.