What they reported doing
- #1 primary $49KThe Healthy Buffalo Youth Basketball Camps are a beacon of opportunity in Buffalo, New York. Open to all children in the community, the camp provides a welcoming, inclusive environment where kids can come together and learn the game of basketball while building valuable life skills. The program emphasizes not only the fundamentals of play such as dribbling, shooting, and passing, but also teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and resilience. These attributes are essential for personal growth and help nurture confident, well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to their community. It inspires children to achieve excellence in sports while instilling values of discipline, respect, and unity. As these young athletes progress, they carry with them lessons that translate into academic success, civic engagement, and personal confidence creating a ripple effect of positive change that elevates the community as a whole.
- #2 $61KHealthy Buffalo's men and women adult leagues stand as dynamic pillars of community empowerment in Buffalo, New York. As part of its ongoing mission to create a healthier and more vibrant community, Healthy Buffalo organizes adult sports leagues that extend far beyond the boundaries of competition. These leagues are crafted to foster physical fitness, mental well-being, and robust community connections for adults of all skill levels. Moreover, the adult leagues serve as a natural meeting ground for community building. They bring together diverse groups of individuals across age, profession, and background creating fertile ground for friendships, networking, and shared experiences. This sense of camaraderie and teamwork spills over into the wider community, promoting social cohesion and fostering a civic spirit that benefits neighborhoods beyond the court.
What they call their work
What they do
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Adult sports leaguesOrganizes co-ed, men's, and women's adult sports leagues in Buffalo, NY, in partnership with community organizations such as the North Buffalo Community Center, promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, and community connections for adults of all skill levels, with over 400 participants engaged in 2021.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth basketball programsOperates youth basketball camps and leagues in Buffalo, NY and Western New York, providing instruction in basketball fundamentals and life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship for children of various age groups, including a top league for children age eight and under and a highly regarded girls' basketball league.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Kirsch | Manager | 20 | $26K |
| Michael Juszczak | Bookkeeper | 3 | $9K |
Who they work with
- North Buffalo Community Center Partner — Collaborated to create and operate men's and women's basketball and co-ed sports leagues in Buffalo, NY.