named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
District 20 Tournament Play
Competitive travel league teams participating in District 20 Little League tournaments, including the path to the Little League World Series
Equipment Swap
Annual event providing free or low-cost gently used gear such as gloves, bats, and uniforms to families
Spring Baseball/Softball League
Developmental baseball and softball program for children ages 4–16, divided by age into Skills/Tee-Ball, Rookie, Minors, Majors, Juniors, and Seniors divisions
Summer and Fall Seasons
Additional seasonal leagues offering continued play and skill development beyond the spring season
Winter Clinics
Off-season training programs to develop skills during the winter months
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Community events and outreachHosts annual community events including Opening Day ceremonies, which in 2025 marked the organization's 30th year as an official Little League community, and participates in the White Plains Memorial Day Parade to honor military service members. Also conducted a skills clinic in partnership with the White Plains High School varsity baseball team.
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Youth Soccer Field Operations and Program Management 1 activity
- Facility and field operationsOperates and manages 8 baseball field locations in White Plains, NY, including scheduling for spring season practices, batting cage reservations, and game play for the 2026 season. Maintains facilities to support year-round youth programming.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Player development and safety regulationsImplements and enforces player development and safety policies including pitch count limits (e.g., 50 pitches for 10-11 year olds until May 15th), mandatory position rotation, full game play without a mercy rule (targeting six innings or a two-hour limit), and prohibitions on intentional walks. Games follow a two-hour time limit with no new innings after 1 hour and 45 minutes.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Registration, equipment, and scholarship supportConducts annual player registration for the spring season, orders uniforms and equipment, and hosts an annual Equipment Swap event in the spring to provide free uniforms, pants, and apparel. Offers partial and full scholarships for registration fees upon written request to ensure access for children in White Plains.
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Youth Volleyball Club Programs 1 activity
- Tournament and championship participationOrganizes and supports competitive tournament play, including team selection prior to registration and advancement through league championships. The 12u team won the District 20 championship and advanced to Sectionals.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth baseball and softball programsProvides organized baseball and softball programs for children in White Plains, NY, across spring, summer, and fall seasons, serving approximately 600 registrants annually. Programs include Minors 9U and 11U divisions and emphasize participation, skill development, and safety through structured rules and team management practices.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2019
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1 years on record · 2019–2019
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2019
Who runs it
board members · 7
- CHRIS KENT — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS PANARELLA — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTINE CZERNIEWSKI — DIRECTOR
- DAVE SANCHEZ — DIRECTOR
- PATRICK MASSARONI — DIRECTOR
- RICH MASSARONI — DIRECTOR
- TERENCE GUERRIERE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Allstate Foundation Funder — Provided a Helping Hands Grant to support WPLL programs.
- City of White Plains Government — Secures fields for games and practices from the City of White Plains.
- Gedney Field Partner — Primary venue for White Plains Little League games and sponsor visibility, hosting banners and signage throughout the year.
- Little League Network — Follows the official Little League rule book for all game rules not specified locally.
- Little League Network — Member of the Little League network, following national guidelines and using branded materials.
- Little League International Network — Follows age requirements and regulations set by Little League International.
- Little League International Network — Follows the Little League Tee Ball Manual and operates as a chartered member of the Little League organization.
- The Rob Stabile Agency Partner — Local Allstate agency that supported WPLL’s grant application and community efforts.
- White Plains High School Baseball Team Partner — Collaborated with WPLL to host a skills clinic for youth players.
- White Plains Little League Network — Operates as part of the White Plains Little League organization, offering youth baseball programs.
- White Plains National Little League Partner — Organization uses official name in contact information and operates under this entity.
- White Plains School District Government — Secures fields for games and practices from the White Plains School District.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural Inclusion Through Community Recognitionmethodology: cultural_inclusionBy recognizing and celebrating cultural heritage months, we strengthen community belonging among diverse families, because visible inclusion increases trust, participation, and long-term engagement in youth programs.
- Developmental Youth Sports Modelmethodology: developmental-youth-sportsBy structuring youth baseball programs around fun, safety, and foundational skill development — rather than competition — we promote sustained engagement and holistic growth in young participants, because early positive experiences in sports build long-term confidence, inclusion, and physical literacy.
- Inclusive Player Development Through Rotation and Balanced Teamsmethodology: developmental_league_modelBy rotating players across positions and forming balanced teams, we ensure equitable skill development and participation for all children regardless of initial ability, because inclusive play reduces dropout rates and fosters a sense of belonging and collective growth.