Does New York City FC donate to fundraisers?
Last updated October 11, 2026
Compiled from New York City FC's published guidelines, other public sources, and user reports. How we research these pages
Yes. New York City FC takes donation requests from 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the greater New York City area, with most support going to youth athletics and education. Apply through the club's online Donation Request Form at least 8 weeks before your event.
Donation program at a glance
- Lead time
- 8 weeks
- Area restrictions
- Greater New York City area
Who can apply
- Requires 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
Donation programs change — always confirm on New York City FC's own page before you apply.
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The club's donation request program is part of its community work in the greater New York City area.
Most of its support goes to non-profit organizations that fund youth athletics and educational initiatives.
Because of the volume of requests, the club cannot support every cause.
Requests are reviewed within two weeks, and the club contacts every applicant by email whether or not the request is approved.
Tips from the program page: The form asks what kind of event it is: live, silent or online auction, raffle or door prize, peer-to-peer event such as a walk or run, or other. Have that and your event details ready. · Combine your letterhead and 501(c)(3) proof into one file before you start. The form takes a single attachment. · Watch your email about two weeks after you apply. That is how the club replies.
What New York City FC donates
New York City FC has typically donated: Merchandise.
Who can apply
New York City FC donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.
New York City FC limits donation requests by area: Greater New York City area.
How to apply
New York City FC asks every request to include the following.
- 501(c)(3) non-profit status.
- Location within the greater New York City area.
- An online application submitted at least 8 weeks before the event date.
- Your organization's letterhead or proof of 501(c)(3) status, attached as a single PDF or Word document.
- A short description of your work, how you will acknowledge the donation at your event, and your fundraising goal.
When to ask
New York City FC states a lead time of 8 weeks. Count back that far from your event date and send the request no later than then.
Across more than 25,000 fundraising events in our own records over fifteen years, March, April and May are the busiest months for fundraisers, October is the next busiest, and July and December are the quietest.
Work backwards from your event rather than forwards from today, and if your event falls in the spring peak, ask earlier than the stated lead time rather than later.
Common questions
Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from New York City FC?
Yes. New York City FC's donation program is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, so you will need your determination letter and Tax ID before you apply.
How far ahead should we ask New York City FC for a donation?
New York City FC's stated lead time is 8 weeks. Work backwards from your event date: count back that far from the day of the event and send your request before that point.
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