Our Story
Granted the Chance Foundation was founded by Morgan and Andrew Grant, a husband-and-wife team who have spent nearly 12 years building a life around family, community, and youth sports.
As parents of two children in competitive athletics and coaches for many years, we've had a front-row seat to the impact sports can have on young people. We've watched kids gain confidence, learn resilience, develop leadership skills, and discover what they're capable of when someone believes in them.
We've also seen the other side.
We've seen talented athletes miss opportunities they earned because the cost was simply too much. We've watched families make impossible choices, trying to balance the demands of youth sports with the realities of everyday life. More and more, opportunities are determined by circumstances outside an athlete's control.
That's what inspired Granted the Chance.
We didn't start this foundation because we think every athlete needs a handout. We started it because every athlete deserves a fair shot.
A chance to compete. A chance to grow. A chance to be seen.
Most importantly, a chance to pursue their dreams without financial barriers standing in the way.
Whether it's helping with travel expenses, equipment, training opportunities, or simply providing support when it's needed most, our goal is to help open doors for young athletes and their families.
Because we've seen firsthand what can happen when opportunity meets hard work.
And we believe every athlete deserves that chance.
Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn't.
Meet The Team
Morgan Grant
President & Founder
Morgan Grant serves as President and Co-Founder of Granted the Chance Foundation. A passionate advocate, Morgan brings years of experience as a coach, nonprofit leader, marathon runner, and parent of two children actively involved in competitive sports.
Through her experiences on the sidelines, in the gym, and on the race course, Morgan has witnessed firsthand the life lessons sports can teach. She believes athletics help build confidence, resilience, leadership, accountability, and perseverance: qualities that extend far beyond competition.
As both a coach and parent, Morgan has also seen talented athletes miss opportunities due to financial barriers and circumstances outside their control. Those experiences inspired her to help create Granted the Chance Foundation, where she now leads the organization's vision, fundraising efforts, community partnerships, and outreach initiatives.
Morgan is committed to ensuring young athletes have access to the opportunities, resources, and support they need to pursue their goals and discover what's possible when given the chance.
Andrew Grant
Founder & Treasurer
Andrew Grant serves as Vice President and Treasurer of Granted the Chance Foundation. As a dedicated father, coach, and advocate for youth athletics, Andrew brings a practical understanding of both the opportunities and challenges families face in today's sports landscape.
Over the years, Andrew has coached and mentored young athletes while also supporting his own children through competitive and travel sports. Through those experiences, he has witnessed firsthand the positive impact athletics can have on a young person's confidence, character, work ethic, and personal growth.
He has also seen how financial barriers and life circumstances can prevent talented athletes from accessing opportunities they have worked hard to earn. Those experiences helped inspire the creation of Granted the Chance Foundation and continue to fuel his commitment to helping young athletes pursue their goals.
As Vice President and Treasurer, Andrew oversees the Foundation's financial stewardship, operational planning, and long-term sustainability. He is passionate about ensuring resources are used responsibly and effectively to create meaningful opportunities for the athletes and families the Foundation serves.
Andrew believes every young athlete deserves the chance to develop their talents, pursue their dreams, and discover what is possible when opportunity meets hard work.
Amanda Anagnostakos
Secretary
Amanda Anagnostakos serves as Secretary for Granted the Chance Foundation and brings more than a decade of experience as an educator and advocate for youth development.
Throughout her career in education, Amanda has been deeply committed to helping students grow both inside and outside the classroom. In addition to her work as a teacher, she is actively involved in her school community, leading multiple after-school clubs, committees, and student-focused initiatives that encourage leadership, confidence, and personal growth.
Amanda's passion for supporting young people aligns perfectly with the Foundation's mission. She believes every child deserves the opportunity to discover their potential and pursue their goals, regardless of the obstacles they may face.
As Secretary, Amanda helps ensure the Foundation remains organized, accountable, and focused on creating meaningful opportunities for the youth athletes and families it serves.
Wesley Seyfang
Athlete Development & Exposure
Wesley Seyfang serves as Board Director and Chair of the Athlete Development & Exposure Committee, helping athletes gain access to opportunities that allow them to showcase their talent and pursue their goals.
Through his experience in sports media, photography, videography, highlights, media days, and athlete content creation, Wesley plays a key role in expanding exposure opportunities for the athletes we serve. He helps young athletes tell their stories, build confidence, and gain visibility through professional quality content and media resources.
In addition to leading the Foundation's exposure initiatives, Wesley provides guidance on athlete development opportunities and helps ensure athletes have access to the resources and support needed to reach their full potential.
Wesley's work reflects one of the Foundation's core beliefs: talent deserves to be seen.
Rob Hilbert
Community Partnerships & Sponsorships
A dedicated father of five and active member of the community, Rob has spent years supporting youth athletics and investing in the growth and development of young people. Through his involvement in his children's athletic journeys, he understands both the opportunities sports can create and the challenges many families face in accessing them.
Rob is passionate about building meaningful relationships and connecting people around a common purpose. In his role with the Foundation, he helps develop community partnerships, sponsorship opportunities, and relationships that support the organization's mission and expand opportunities for young athletes.
His commitment to service, community involvement, and youth development reflects the core values of Granted the Chance Foundation. Rob believes every athlete deserves the opportunity to pursue their goals, and he is dedicated to helping create pathways that make those opportunities possible.
Through his leadership and community connections, Rob plays a vital role in helping the Foundation grow its impact and reach more athletes and families each year.