Peace through Sports
Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
Mott Haven, Soundview
Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
Youth
Justice Impacted People
Low Income People
"Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color"
Describe the challenge you want to address:
High gun violence among youth, lack of safe recreational spaces, and limited opportunities for positive peer interactions.
What is the solution to the challenge?
Launch a community sports league to engage youth in basketball, soccer, and volleyball tournaments, combined with mentoring sessions addressing conflict resolution. Games and sessions will take place on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with weekday evening practices (Wednesday and Friday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM).
Please provide your Zip Code
10456
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