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High School Basketball Team

Empowering Youth Through Sports and the Arts

Inspiring the next generation to chase their dreams

Our Journey to Empowerment

PLAY is dedicated to empowering youth through sports and the arts, providing opportunities for growth, leadership, and community building. Our mission is to offer enriching programs that help young people discover their full potential, both on and off the field. Since 2020, we’ve been creating pathways for youth to thrive by developing their skills, confidence, and cultural awareness.

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Our Programs

Skills for Life Through Sports & Arts

DC Exposure Tour

Our annual Toni Burnett Youth Cultural Exposure Tour in DC provides young athletes with the opportunity to experience diverse cultural activities and intense basketball training in Washington, DC. This year, the tour is dedicated to the memory of our co-founder, Toni Burnett.

Online Series

Our Commit to the Craft web series aim to empower youth with the skills needed for personal and professional success. The series covers essential topics such as Time Management, Grooming and Confidence, Leadership Skills, and more.

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Help Us Grow

Fuel Their Future with Your Support

Volunteer

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Join us in making a difference through our DC Exposure Tour and beyond! Volunteer with PLAY and help empower youth by providing mentorship, support, and guidance during our transformative experiences. Your time and passion can shape the future of young athletes.

Become a Volunteer

Sponsor

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Become a sponsor and make a real difference! By partnering with PLAY, you’ll help fund programs that foster leadership, teamwork, and personal growth for youth. Let’s work together to create opportunities and build stronger communities.

Make an Impact

Donate

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Your donation fuels our mission! By contributing to PLAY, you’re helping provide young people with the tools they need to succeed. Every gift, big or small, helps us continue our work to empower youth through sports and the arts

Support Our Mission

Partner 

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Partner with PLAY to amplify your impact! Whether you're a business or organization, joining forces with us helps create meaningful opportunities for youth. Together, we can inspire, motivate, and change lives in our community and beyond.

Start a Partnership
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