Youth International Sports & Educational Programing Event

I Give Foundation

Mission:  Creating equity in athletics, to strengthen the mind, body and spirit. Through local and international programs, we provide communities with tools, education and infrastructure they need to thrive in both sports and life. Join us in our mission to make health and wellness accessible to everyone.

Next fall, (September 1st-10th 2026) we are proud to take a diverse and talented group of 15 local representatives to Africa as part of our mission to foster global exposure, athletic development, and leadership in collaboration with 10 Countries ( Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Kazakhstan, Togo, Benin, Burkina Faso, Barbados, Maldives, Ghana). This group will include eight High School Student-Athletes  (from areas such as Lancaster City, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania)  as well as two dedicated coaches, three administrators, and two athletic trainers  who are vital to ensuring a safe and enriching experience for all.  Our Athletic Trainers will lead/collaborate  a Sports Forum with the sports community in Accra Ghana discussing resourceful education on ( injury prevention, immediate injury care, injury evaluation & overall physical health in athletes) our financial support will empower these individuals, many traveling internationally for the first time, with life-changing opportunities for growth, connection, and cross-cultural engagement.

To make this vision a reality, we are seeking financial support to help cover the following critical expenses:

-Travel and accommodation for participant  -Event logistics and venue setup -Educational and cultural programming -Media coverage and outreach -Local community engagement activities