Programs

  • Youth Athletic and Mentorship Programs

    FIT provided structured, no-cost athletic and mentorship programs serving over 600 youth across the Phoenix and Tempe areas. Through initiatives like Bigger Than Football, Community Hoop Sessions, and the Balsz Home2First Baseball League (BHBL), participants engaged in physical training, leadership development, and positive social engagement. Each program emphasized teamwork, responsibility, and mental wellness, helping young athletes strengthen community ties and resilience.
    Geographies
    Not indicated
    Dates
    Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $11.4K

  • Community Health and Awareness Initiatives

    FIT organized and supported numerous no-cost community events designed to foster healthy lifestyles, family engagement, and mental wellness. Activities included community sports clinics, back-to-school health days, and fitness fairs. These events provided direct access to recreation, nutrition education, and resources for youth and families across the Valley. Also In partnership with Arizona State University's Office of Sex Trafficking Intervention and Research STIR, FIT expanded its community programming to address human trafficking prevention and survivor outreach. The collaboration focused on raising public awareness and developing a survivor-care outreach framework. FIT designed educational and outreach materials, used social media to promote awareness, and hosted a 5K Youth Run for Awareness, four community forums, a neighborhood block party, and benefit drives supporting survivor resources. ASU STIR funded event materials and supplies, while FIT managed community engagement and implementation.
    Geographies
    Not indicated
    Dates
    Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $19.9K

  • Youth Enrichment Programs

    FIT partnered with the City of Tempe, City of Phoenix, the Tempe Coalition, and the Balsz School District to deliver after-school and weekend enrichment activities. Programs met measurable performance goals outlined in each contract, including improvements in youth engagement, reduction in risky behaviors, and enhanced community cohesion. All deliverables under these contracts were completed, with over 12,000 volunteer hours contributed by staff, coaches, and community members.
    Geographies
    Not indicated
    Dates
    Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024
    Source
    990
    No causes provided
    No populations provided
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    $142.7K