RENO, Nev. – The Reno Aces Foundation is proud to announce its 2026 grant class of 21 charities that will receive a total of $100,000 benefitting Northern Nevada communities.
Following a grant process that saw over 175 applications, the Reno Aces Foundation board of directors has chosen 21 recipients which most align with the foundation’s initiatives.
Here is the list of grant recipients:
- ReDirect Youth Outreach
- The Life Is Worth It
- Girls on the Run Sierras
- Nevada Outdoor Recovery Inc
- Giggles & Grace Foundation
- Human Trafficking Prevention Alliance
- Northern Nevada HOPES
- NevadaCARES
- Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum
- Communities In Schools of Nevada
- Ashlee's Toy Closet
- Washoe County Human Services Agency - Be The FAM
- Spread the Word Nevada
- Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows
- Make-A-Wish Nevada
- Good Shepherd's Clothes Closet
- PBS Reno
- Awaken INC
- City of Reno Parks and Recreation
- Northern Nevada Sports & Recreation
- Special Olympics Nevada
“We’re honored to partner with another exceptional group of organizations in Northern Nevada and to further strengthen our commitment to the community,” said Reno Aces Owner Herb Simon. “This initiative—and the charities it supports—reflects our belief in meeting critical needs, from education to wellness. Through collaboration and the expansion of our collective resources, we aim to continue creating meaningful, lasting change across Northern Nevada and give back to the community that has always supported us.”
The 21 organizations and $100,000 are increases from the Reno Aces Foundation’s 2025 grant window which saw 14 organizations receive a total of $80,000. In three years of the Foundation’s grant process, a total of over $220,000 has been donated to nearly 50 organizations.
Reno Aces fans and members of the Northern Nevada and Tahoe communities can contribute to the Reno Aces Foundation through the club’s 50/50 Raffle, which runs during Aces home games Thursday through Sunday throughout the season in addition to all game-worn, theme jersey auctions contributing directly to the Foundation.
The Reno Aces Foundation's mission is: The Reno Aces Foundation is dedicated to improving the community and the lives of those throughout Northern Nevada by working hand-in-hand with organizations that share that same vision. The Reno Aces Foundation is committed to providing services and opportunities to enhance the quality of life of children, promote wellness, and support underserved communities. Together, we can work to build a better community and make a lasting impact both on and off the field.
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