Home Field Advantage Selected as LA84 Foundation Grantee

Home Field Advantage expands its Student Coach Program with a new micro-internship, creating leadership opportunities for 45 high school students across Los Angeles.

Fall 2025

Home Field Advantage is excited to announce the official launch of our Student Coach Micro-Internship, made possible through the generous support of the LA84 Foundation. This marks a significant milestone in the ongoing growth of our Student Coach Program and our dedication to investing in local youth leaders through sports.

HFA’s Student Coach Program has long been a proven pipeline for developing local leaders, with alumni going on to become mentors, coaches, and role models in their communities. This new paid micro-internship represents the first time we have been able to offer stipends at this scale — 45 total, with 15 students each from Downey, El Monte, and Whittier — building on the success of our recent pilot program at Ánimo Compton.

Powered by LA84’s Commitment to Play Equity

This opportunity is made possible by funding from the LA84 Foundation, which recently announced $1.78 million in grant awards to 19 organizations across Southern California, including Home Field Advantage. These grants focus on expanding access to youth sports in communities where cost, transportation, safety, and lack of facilities often create barriers to play. LA84’s investment supports programs that prioritize equity, belonging, and opportunity for young people across the region.

Priority for Current Student Coaches

All current Student Coaches are automatically enrolled in the Volunteer Pathway and will receive priority consideration for the new paid Micro-Internship positions. Additional details about expectations, timelines, and selection will be shared during upcoming program meetings.

To learn more about the updated Student Coach Program, visit:
🔗 https://www.hfa-sports.org/student-coach

We’re grateful to the LA84 Foundation for believing in the power of community-rooted coaching and for supporting pathways that help youth succeed both on and off the field.