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Youth wrestling nonprofit

Nothing between a kid and the mat.

The L40 Foundation helps young athletes get to camps and competitions, get the gear they need and train for free, so money isn’t what keeps a kid from wrestling.

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Founded by two-time All-American wrestler Dylan Palacio.

Dylan Palacio in a red Cornell singlet, arm extended, beside the referee during a match
Founder Dylan Palacio, wrestling for Cornell.

Our mission

To remove any and all socioeconomic barriers between kids and athletic achievement, opportunities and development.

Wrestling costs add up: camp fees, tournament entries, shoes, singlets, headgear. The foundation exists to cover gaps like these for young athletes whose families can’t.

What the foundation does

Three ways onto the mat

  • Camp and competition scholarships

    Scholarships that help children attend wrestling camps and competitions their families couldn’t otherwise afford.

    Apply for a scholarship

  • Equipment and uniforms

    Help with the cost of sports equipment and uniforms for young athletes from families with limited means.

    Ask about equipment help

  • Free training and education

    Free public activities focused on athletic training and education.

    How camps and events work
A coach in a red shirt standing with a group of young wrestlers on a gym mat

Our story

Started by a wrestler

The L40 Foundation was established by Dylan Palacio, who wrestled for Cornell University and was a two-time All-American. He started it so that a family’s finances don’t decide which kids get to train, compete and improve.

Meet the team

On the record

Organization
Nonprofit founded by Dylan Palacio
EIN
86-3316706 · View on GuideStar
Mailing address
PO Box 212, Rosemount, MN 55068
About this site
Rebuilt from the foundation’s archived website. Rosters and schedules reflect the last published record.
A coach and a group of young wrestlers, several in red jackets, posing on an indoor track

Get involved

Back a young athlete

Make a donation

Donations help cover the costs of camp, training, uniforms and equipment. Give once by card, or send cryptocurrency directly.

For reference, the foundation’s 2024 site listed camp support at $300 per camper. Actual costs vary by camp.

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Volunteer your time

Offer skilled support with photography, social media promotion, content creation, fundraising, data entry and more.

Offer to volunteer

For families, coaches and clubs

Know a kid who should be at camp?

A parent, guardian, coach or club can apply for a scholarship on a young athlete’s behalf. Applications go to foundation staff for review.

Apply for a scholarship