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Youth Basketball Tournament

Health & Wellness

Promoting healthy recreation and community building for Ypsilanti youth

Building Healthy Communities Through Recreation

Our Health & Wellness pillar focuses on creating safe, engaging spaces where young people can be active, build relationships, and connect with community resources. Through signature programs like our 3-on-3 basketball tournaments and Youth Day events, we promote physical health, mental well-being, and community bonds.

These events are more than just recreation—they're opportunities to de-silo collaboration between organizations, provide safe and healthy spaces for youth, and promote community, kindness, and respect.

1,000+
Youth Participants
17+
Youth Day Events
100+
Attendees per Event

Current Activities

3-on-3 Basketball Tournaments

Our signature program offering free basketball tournaments for youth. These events provide healthy competition, trophies for winners, and opportunities to learn about community resources in a fun, supportive environment.

Youth Day Events

Regular events creating safe spaces for young people to play, connect, and have fun. With 17 events and over 1,000 participants, Youth Day has become a cornerstone of youth engagement in Ypsilanti.

Community Resource Education

At every event, we connect young people and families with community resources, breaking down barriers and ensuring everyone knows what support is available.

Safe Recreation Spaces

Creating environments where youth can be themselves, make friends, and engage in positive activities without judgment or barriers.

Featured Event: Youth Night at The Willow

Youth Night at The Willow

Date: February 24, 2023

Location: Willow Run Middle School

Attendance: 100+ participants

A collaboration with Ozone House's Ballin Initiative bringing together youth for 3v3 basketball tournaments, e-gaming, raffles, prizes, food, and snacks. This event created a safe and fun space for young people to connect with community resources and each other.

Partners: Ozone House (The Ballin Initiative), A Brighter Way, Community Engagement Coalition, Undeziana Nation, Mentor2Youth, Washtenaw IBA

Program Gallery

Basketball Tournament
Youth Event
Community Gathering
Youth Activities

Your Impact

$50

Provides snacks and refreshments for a youth event

$100

Pays for 4 trophies for 3-on-3 tournament winners

$250

Covers full basketball tournament supplies and prizes

$500

Sponsors a complete youth event with activities, food, and prizes

Support Health & Wellness

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Volunteer Opportunities

  • Event setup and breakdown for tournaments
  • Coaching/refereeing basketball games
  • Community resource table staffing
  • Youth mentoring and supervision
  • Photography and documentation
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Future Vision

  • Expand 3-on-3 tournaments to more frequent events
  • Additional youth recreation programs
  • Larger community health initiatives
  • More partnerships with schools and youth organizations
  • Year-round programming for all ages

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Help us create more safe spaces and opportunities for young people in Ypsilanti

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