Leaders for Youth Sports is led by youth, for youth.

We are making youth sports more accessible for all children and empowering young leaders to be the change in their communities.

A world where all kids can play sports and feel inspired to lead.

Branch Program

Supporting young leaders to develop leadership skills and create change in their communities.

Equity in Sports

Creating a level playing field for young athletes through events and free equipment.

Making change around the globe.

We were recently joined forces with Every Child Deserves a Chance to host a sports day for over 500 kids in Uganda.

$7,000

700 kids

10,000+

And we're just getting started.

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About us

As dancers, tennis players, and soccer players, combatting sports equity is a cause held deeply by Brianna, Aanya, and Janelle. Having all experienced unique barriers to sports, from paying for classes and purchasing equipment to bearing the rising cost of travel sports, they organized their first sports advocacy event at 15 years old: the Miles 4 Smiles 5K.

The energy and support from this 5K fueled the subsequent sports equipment drive, international sports day, and establishment as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Now, Leaders for Youth Sports mobilizes young leaders to enter service work and feel supported the whole way through. With our growing team of young leaders, supporting adults, and donors, we have reached thousands of people, impacted dozens of communities, and inspired youth to take action in the causes they love.

"You brought the joy of sports to hundreds of children. This was the first organized sporting event for many of the kids."

- Jaspreet Shergill, founder of Every Child Deserves a Chance

"Leaders for Youth Sports is making a difference in the world. I am grateful for the work they are doing to create a more equitable and inclusive sports environment for my kids and others."

- Parent who received free equipment

Partners and Supporters

We are so grateful for all of our partners and supporters. From organizing events with us to fulfilling donations, our partners understand how important it is for us to come together for this cause. Contact info@leadersforyouthsports.org to collaborate.