Vets, Troops Can Get Free Sports Gear for Their Kids. Here's How.

Founded in 2009, United Heroes League (UHL) outfits military-connected youth with gear and grants for hockey, baseball, basketball, football, golf, lacrosse and soccer. Anyone who has ever outfitted a growing child for one of those sports knows the price tag can be hundreds of dollars per year. Add in ice time or other fees and you're looking at a significant investment that many families simply can't afford. The way the organization gets requested gear to qualifying families is pretty simple. Users fill out a request form; organization staff process it and place an order queue according to a priority set by UHL; the order is processed and the gear is shipped, free of charge. UHL also provides cash grants, up to $500, for families who need help paying for sports fees like ice time. They also give away sporting event tickets, camp slots and "experiences," like meet-and-greets with sports stars or trips to the Super Bowl. Learn more on Military.com.