COACH BEAM service award
Honoring Coaches Who Lead with Heart, Purpose and Community
CELEBRATE COACHES WHO CHANGE LIVES
This award recognizes high school coaches who go beyond the game - those who treat their players like family, build character, and create safe, supportive spaces where student-athletes can truly thrive.
CARRY THE LEGACY FORWARD
Coach Beam dedicated his life to uplifting others through sport. This award ensures his legacy lives on - through coaches who lead with compassion, integrity and unwavering commitment to their players.
AWARD DETAILS
$7,500 Stipend awarded to two coached annually
$5,000 Program Grant to support each coach’s athletic program
Renewable for up to 3 years (based on continued good standing)
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
High School coaches in Alameda or Contra Costa Counties
Minimum of 3 years of coaching experience
Demonstrates a commitment to mentorship, leadership and community impact
KEY DATES
Applications/Nominations Open April 17, 2026
All materials due by June 15, 2026
Awardees announced September 2026
NOMINATION ELIGIBILITY
Coaches may be nominated by: a school, a booster club or a local charitable organization
Only nominations submitted by legally recognized organizations with the authority and administrative capacity to receive, manage, and disburse both the coach stipend award and the discretionary sports program grant will be considered.