NGO for Children Education and Youth Development

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BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY

Around 1 in 6 children in the U.S. are poor, and many more come from low-income families.

In the United States alone, 10.5% of the population or approximately 34 million people lived in poverty as of 2019.

We are empowering them to realize their full potential and break the cycle of poverty.

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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 children from low-income families and approximately one in six 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 International NGO uses a three-step process to address the negative impact poverty poses on children:

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1 Providing relief and humanitarian aid to disadvantaged children worldwide

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 International NGO 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 International NGO 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, South America and South Asia, and we are actively expanding to other locations.

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Our Social Impact

SportsWorks International NGO is currently serving the needs of more than a thousand children, youth and young adults in the U.S.A. and around the world.

We have successfully established global partnerships on 4 continents: Africa, Asia, North America and South America.

By working together as volunteers and social impact investors, we will transform the lives of thousands more kids and young adults around the world.

So, we invite you to climb aboard our team bus and find your seat. Join our cause today!

Because at SportsWorks International NGO, children, youth and young adults not only learn how to play and compete in a variety of sports...

But they also develop leadership skills, learn how to win (and lose) with grace and dignity, improve confidence and self-esteem and accept responsibility for the results.

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THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS RAISED

We have raised 30+ 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.

17+

YEARS SERVING THE WORLD

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.

5,000+

CHILDREN POSITIVELY IMPACTED

Over 5,000 children, youth and young adults to date have benefited from our programs both in the U.S. and in communities abroad.

What people have to say

Bijaynagar Champions Cricket Club were having difficulties related to lack of cricket equipment but SportsWorks Int’l Ngo helped us financially from which our young players got benefits and the coaching didn’t stopped due to lack of equipment. "

Samar Baniya
09/17/2021

Great Organization!! The team is really passionate about the work. Loved my time working with the organization.
Great energy and a great cause!

Pooja Patel
09/24/2021

Behind great organisations are great people who truly care about others. SportsWorks Int'l Ngo was kind to support the Turf Season project by donating kits for our grassroots football league competition early 2021. Beyond that, we benefited greatly from the organisation's moral support, encouragement, mentorship and regular follow-ups to ensure our project's progress. We are extremely grateful to John Klintworth and the entire organisation for their love and support for the Turf Season project.

Turf Season
09/17/2021

Changed lives says it all! The founder is truly dedicated to helping children find their way out of poverty by giving them tools for lasting growth. God’s plan in action!

Melina Bible Cain
09/21/2021