To unite key stakeholders across Delaware to create accessible, high-quality sports and physical activity opportunities that promote the physical, social and emotional well-being of all youth.
Our Vision
A Delaware where every young person thrives through equitable access to transformative sports and physical activity programs.
The Challenge
Barriers to Access
Lack of access to quality equipment and facilities at reasonable costs leads to lower sports participation rates.
Diversity & Inclusion Gaps
Disparities in access to opportunities based on race, gender, and socioeconomic background.
Physical Health Challenges
Delaware is facing a 70% increase in youth obesity.
Mental Health Challenges
39% of students and 52% of female students report feeling sad or hopeless for more than two days in a row.
Education Obstacles
Delaware is 19th in per pupil spending but 45th in public school education outcomes. In 2024, 25% of students were chronically absent from schools and 32% of High Schools graduate less than 80% of their students.
Our Partners
Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware
Walnut Street YMCA
Anthuan Maybank / Indoor Track Delaware
Dreamchasers
First State Squash
Girls on the Run
Play With Passion
Rodney Street Tennis and Tutoring
The Silk League
The Teen Warehouse
Summer Learning Collaborative
Strive: How You Lead Matters
Wilmington Youth Rowing Association
Delaware Interscholastic Cycling League
Network Connect
I Can Do 26.2 Kids
Unlock the Light Foundation
3&D Sports Performance
FLYOGI
Wilmington Department of Parks & Recreation
Delaware Affordable Housing Group
Wilmington Housing Authority
Northeast Community Development Corp
Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Coalition / PANO
Diabetes and Heart Disease Prevention & Control Program
Delaware State University
Goldey-Beacom College
University of Delaware, Center for Drug and Health Studies, Athletics Dept.
The Coalition Model
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Connecting youth with local sports organizations
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Offering financial assistance and scholarships to overcome barriers
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Developing a comprehensive network of resources and support
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Advocating for equitable access to sports for all youth.
Impact
Our Coalition is currently building the infrastructure needed to drive sustainable change to the Delaware youth sports landscape. We are building the policies, practices, and collaboration models that go beyond funding individual programs to radically expand youth access to sports throughout the state.
Get Involved
Volunteer
Share your time and skills to support our mission.
Donate
Your contribution can help us provide opportunities for youth athletes.
Become a Partner
Join our network and work with us to empower young people.