CityLax Gives $50,000 to NYC Schools for Lacrosse Teams

CityLax has given nearly $50,000 to 44 NYC public school lacrosse teams for the 2026 season. This is a big help for students who want to play.
By Newsroom | Education, Sports |

NEW YORK, NY – CityLax, a nonprofit organization, has significantly expanded its reach within New York City’s Public School Athletic League (PSAL) through lacrosse programming. Since its inception in 2005, the group has been instrumental in the creation of over 70 PSAL high school lacrosse programs, aiming to leverage the sport for student development beyond the field.

CityLax has awarded nearly $50,000 in grants to 44 PSAL lacrosse programs for the 2026 season, supporting 23 girls' teams and 21 boys' teams across all five boroughs. This financial support is designed to circumvent "financial limitations" that might otherwise bar students from participation. Beyond grants, the organization also provides full equipment support for students unable to afford it.

The organization's initiatives include:

  • Discover Lacrosse: This program introduces the sport to public middle school students through in-school gym class sessions.

  • Winter Clinics: Offered for students in grades 6–12, these clinics aim to re-engage athletes post-season and welcome new players.

  • Summer Camps: Free, two-week camps are held for student-athletes within the public school system following the high school season.

CityLax positions lacrosse as a tool for fostering life skills, emphasizing the importance of education, healthy living, and preparation for college and careers. The group reports that its 20th anniversary year in 2025 was a period of significant success. Recent news from March 11, 2026, highlighted a Giving Tuesday campaign that provided 147 lacrosse sticks and announced Adam Doneger's upcoming induction into the CityLax Hall of Fame.

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Founded as an independent nonprofit, CityLax operates from New York County, NY, and identifies its primary mission within amateur sports clubs and human services, with a focus on sports. The organization also conducts gala fundraisers and accepts tax-deductible donations. Its work aligns with broader efforts to bring lacrosse to urban youth, including instances of street lacrosse demonstrations in New York City by entities such as the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much money did CityLax give to NYC schools for lacrosse in 2026?
CityLax gave nearly $50,000 in grants to 44 PSAL lacrosse programs for the 2026 season. This money helps teams pay for things they need.
Q: What does CityLax do to help students play lacrosse?
CityLax helps students by giving money to school teams and also provides full equipment for free to those who cannot afford it. They also have programs to teach the sport to younger students.
Q: Which NYC schools got money from CityLax for lacrosse in 2026?
44 PSAL lacrosse programs across all five boroughs received grants from CityLax for the 2026 season. This includes 23 girls' teams and 21 boys' teams.
Q: What is CityLax's main goal with its lacrosse programs?
CityLax uses lacrosse to help students learn important life skills like education, healthy living, and getting ready for college and jobs. They want to help students succeed on and off the field.