Provided a Free, Fun, and Safe Environment
All players will receive a scholarship to participate in the event, which includes a donated bag, uniforms, a gun lock box for their families, and various other resources, all provided at no cost.
Educate and Heal Community
By collaborating with other community-based organizations, we aim to adopt a community-centered approach.
Building Safe and Unified Youth Communities
To unite youth from various neighborhoods, address community challenges, and provide education, it is essential to ensure that everyone remains positive and safe as they head into the New Year.
Connecting with Youth
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- Have system-impacted youth coach teams to show leadership and positive social growth.
- Provide opportunities to underserved communities by leveraging existing relationships.
Youth and Family-Centered
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- This is not merely a basketball event; it is a family-centered gathering.
- Family, community, and system collaboration
Safe Space for Everyone
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- Culturally sensitive atmosphere
- All safety concerns proactively addressed
- Significant support from volunteers
- Collaboration with local law enforcement
Connecting with Youth
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- Educate
- Heal
- Promote positive youth development
- Clear expectations
Event
- 01 160+ players ages 12–20; $95.00 each, all receiving scholarships.
- 02 20 Train to Win youth coaches (impacted youth); stipends provided.
- 03 Theme of Event: Youth Gun Violence Prevention, "Hoop to Heal." Event date: 12/31/2025.
- 04 Estimated attendance of 500 to 600 youth.
- 05 Large CBO and community cross-collaboration across Pierce, King, and surrounding counties.
- 06 Resources and support provided.
- 07 Creating a fun and safe environment with a focus on education around the reduction and prevention of gun violence.
- 08 Leading experts from across the country in business and finance, youth mental health, and related fields.
- 09 Opportunities for data collection and sharing.
- 10 Honoring youth whose lives have been lost to gun violence.
One Goal
Through the Hoop to Heal New Year’s Eve event, we aim to strengthen resilience, promote healing, and significantly reduce incidents of gun violence, particularly among youth of color who are disproportionately affected. By fostering connections and providing resources, we aspire to create lasting change and a safer environment for all.
Outcome
Our goal is to turn up the fun for youth and families while keeping the event safe and educational, like a superhero community hangout. We focus on learning, listening, and providing support and resources. Need a gun lockbox? Check. Want a free haircut? You bet. Looking for cozy winter coats or employment and educational resources? We’ve got you covered. Let’s make a positive impact together.
Long-Term Impact
We aim to educate and influence as many young people as possible. The event addresses local challenges and past issues by providing gun lockboxes and facilitating discussions between youth and their parents. Ultimately, we hope to secure more guns and raise awareness within the community.
The goal is to unite a large group of youth in a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment that emphasizes fun, support, and education.
Most participants will come from similar cultures and backgrounds, while others, driven and seeking success, will join those who have been systemically impacted for various reasons. This interaction aims to inspire and provide a sense of perspective for both groups.
Players: 160 High School Boys and Girls
$95.00 cost per player.
Entry, bag, uniform, gun lockbox, other gifts and resources, and breakfast included. All players are provided full scholarships to the event.
Be Great. Be a Leader. Be Consistent. Be Hardworking. Be a Winner. Regardless.
Players: 160 High School Boys and Girls
$95.00 cost per player.
Entry, bag, uniform, gun lockbox, other gifts and resources, and breakfast included. All players are provided full scholarships to the event.
Be Great. Be a Leader. Be Consistent. Be Hardworking. Be a Winner. Regardless.
Potential Partnership
Provisional Itinerary
| Players | Standard Guest | Cost/Rules | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00–8:45 PM | Check-in, receive bags, informed of team | No Entry | $95/Players (Scholarships for all) |
| 9:00–9:45 PM |
Introduction, Welcome, Warm-up, Light workout |
Tickets allowed to come in; No ticket—purchase as supplies last |
Early Ticket $15; Door Price $25 |
| 9:45–11:45 PM |
Games (Bracket style); Top teams 1–2 / 3–4 / 5–6; Last 10 min, all clocks same |
Haircuts, Video Games, Enjoy games, Other |
20+ youth working event will be provided a stipend |
| New Year 4:00 AM | Celebrate, Learn, Performances, Dunk & 3-Point Contest, Giveaways | Celebrate, Learn, Performances, Dunk & 3-Point Contest, Giveaways | Celebrate, Learn, Performances, Dunk & 3-Point Contest, Giveaways |