Seattle Sports Commission Foundation

Reducing Barriers. Increasing Impact.
Supporting Youth Sports for All.

Empowering Play
For Kids

As the charitable affiliate of the Seattle Sports Commission, the SSC Foundation empowers play by supporting and building capacity in programs dedicated to equitable access to youth sports in Washington State.

Areas of focus

Advise the SSC so bids include investment into impactful community projects, including serving as the funding mechanism if needed.

Work closely with regional community partners to identify needs and opportunities.

Build partnerships and funding in support of focused initiatives.

Recognize organizations or individuals that enhance equity, diversity and inclusion in youth sports.

Promoting awareness and facilitating conversations around sports equity and inclusion.

In partnership with the King County Play Equity Coalition, the Seattle Sports Commission Foundation will:

Support the Pro Sports Sampling Camp for youth

Recognize organizations that actively integrate equity and inclusion into sports programs with the Sports Equity & Inclusion Award at the annual Sports Star of the Year Awards Show

Reducing Barriers Means Addressing Cause

According to a 2015 study, one of the largest barriers to entry for youth sports was household income, with gender, race, access to public transportation and free parks and sport courts major contributing factors.

“Only 29 percent of sixth-grade youth in King County get the recommended level of physical activity.”

State of Play | Seattle-King County

How You Can Support

With the support of the Seattle Sports Commission, the SSC Foundation (501c3) supports programs and builds capacity in programs dedicated to equitable access to youth sports in Washington State. Your tax-deductible contribution helps reduce barriers and provide greater access to sports and recreation for youth.

Alternatively, reach out to pamela@seattlesports.org for partnership and sponsorship opportunities.

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