This project develops orphaned and vulnerable children from the township communities. The focus is to use sport as a tool to deliver key education and support to give these children more opportunity
This project provides sports activities and equipment to an underserved youth community. Projects include sports "Fun Days" for children ages 5 to 18. Providing sports equipment where none exist.
Countries:
Honduras
Themes:
Children,
Education,
Sport
SOL International Foundation operates a co-ed youth baseball program on the island of Roatan, Honduras to provide at-risk children an opportunity to learn about teamwork and dedication and to raise self-esteem through organized sport. This program offers a safe and positive option to keep children away from drugs, alcohol, and crime in a developing international tourist destination.
Countries:
United States
Themes:
Education,
Children,
Sport
Portland After-School Tennis & Education, Inc.serves at risk children ages K-18 in their year around program at St. Johns Racquet Center where the children receive tutoring-tennis-lifeskills-fitness.
AKWOS empowers women through sport & education to improve their rights, break barriers between social classes, raise women's standing in society, enhance unity & reconciliation and prevent HIV/Aids.
Countries:
Dominican Republic
Themes:
Women and Girls,
Education,
Health,
Sport
The Mariposa Girls Leadership Program educates, empowers and employs girls living in extreme poverty in the Dominican Republic - setting them off on the path to become active leaders for social change
Best Buddies brings social opportunities to people with intellectual disabilities and strives to reduce their barriers to full participation with in their community; creating a more inclusive society.
Countries:
Nicaragua
Themes:
Women and Girls,
Education,
Sport
We use soccer, the world's most popular team sport, as a vehicle for positive change in the lives of 80 girls, ages 7-19 in Granada, Nicaragua. A team can be the most powerful change agent in a young girl's development, proven to inspire healthy choices regarding drugs, sex, alcohol, academics, and nutrition. This project provides soccer, team-building, life-skills, culture exchange, and civic engagement activities that support girls to make the healthy choices needed to achieve their goals.