SportsWorks NGO - providing instruction, equipment, and Christian education around the world. - NGO for Children Education and Youth Development

The Challenge We Are Facing

Poverty touches communities all across the globe. Of the 72.4 million children under the age of 18 in the United States alone, 41% are low-income children and approximately one in five children are poor. Poverty has a profound impact on children, especially when they are young. The effects of poverty come from all sides - these include a decrease in physical and mental health; social, emotional, and behavioral issues; and reduced language skills and academic achievement. Adolescents in poverty become particularly vulnerable to behaviors such as substance abuse, violence, and risk-taking.
Statistical data retrieved from the National Center for Children in Poverty

Our Theory of Change

SportsWorks uses a three-step process to address the negative impact poverty poses on children:

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1 Sharing the gospel, the love of God, and offering Bible studies

2 Providing sports programs that promote exercise and healthy eating

3 Providing educational support, such as tutoring and mentoring

Our Value Proposition

We give children who are at-risk the tools they need to make better decisions and succeed in life. Through our programs, SportsWorks is successfully accomplishing the following:

Reducing childhood obesity
Decreasing illiteracy
Improving financial literacy
Reducing poverty and crime
Offering an alternative to gang membership
Enhancing academic performance
Building self-esteem
Reducing generational poverty
Reducing income inequality
Breaking down racial barriers
Discouraging bullying

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Our Programs

SportsWorks provides affordable programs designed to keep kids active, healthy, self-confident, and on the road to academic success.

ATHLETICS

We partner with established organizations such as the USTA, the Jr. NBA, and NFL Play 60 Flag Football to provide tennis, basketball, flag football, and soccer programs, as well as sports equipment and facilities. Our programs are fun, safe, and engaging, keeping kids active and healthy.

NUTRITION

Through our programs, we give children access to healthy refreshments and teach them the importance of a balanced diet. We are also licensed by the Cooper Institute to measure children's levels of fitness and help them maintain good overall health.

PRINCIPLES AND VALUES

We believe in the veracity and truth contained in the Bible and teach biblical principles, values, and morals to the children who attend our programs. Children learn life lessons such as contentment, patience, and financial responsibility.

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

We work with First Book, local universities, and established volunteer outlets to provide books and educational resources, such as tutors and mentors, so children have the best chance to achieve academically.

INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY

We provide sporting good equipment to children in impoverished communities all over the world. Our global footprint currently reaches Africa and South Asia, and we are actively expanding to other locations.

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Our Impact

SportsWorks is serving the needs of children both in the U.S. and abroad. We have locations in Texas and North Carolina, as well as global affiliates in Canada, India, Pakistan, and Africa.

Children learn not only how to play sports, but they also learn teamwork, how to build confidence, and responsibility.

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THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS RAISED

We have raised 10+ thousands of dollars due to the generosity of our donors, partners, and sponsors. 100% of all donations goes directly towards the funding of our programs.

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YEARS SERVING THE COMMUNITY

SportsWorks started in 2005 in Raleigh, NC. Since then, we have steadily continued our work and now serve youth all over the world through our programs.

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CHILDREN POSITIVELY IMPACTED

Over 1,000 children to date have benefited from our programs both in the U.S. and in communities abroad.

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Donate Today and Make a Difference

At SportsWorks, we use the 100% Model, which means we raise separate funds to cover staffing and operational expenses. Therefore, 100% of your donation goes directly to funding programs.

To show our appreciation, we are offering the following for each donation level:

UNDER $25: You, the donor, will receive a SportsWorks coffee mug AND a child in our program will receive either a basketball, football or soccer ball.

$25 - $49: The donor will receive a SportsWorks coffee mug AND a child in our program will receive a SportsWorks t-shirt AND either a basketball, football or soccer ball.

$50-$74: The donor will receive a SportsWorks coffee mug AND SportsWorks will give a 1-year subscription to Sports Illustrated for Kids AND a child in our program will receive either a basketball, football or soccer ball.

$75-$99: The donor will receive a SportsWorks coffee mug AND SportsWorks will give a 1-year subscription to Sports Illustrated for Kids AND a 1-year subscription to National Geographic for Kids to a child who attends our program.

GREATER THAN $100: The donor will receive a SportsWorks coffee mug AND a child in our program will receive a SportsWorks t-shirt, a 1-year subscription to Sports Illustrated for Kids, a 1-year subscription to National Geographic for Kids AND either a basketball, football or soccer ball.