Location: Hillside Academy – Queens, New York

Goal: $10,000

Beneficiaries: Junior High School Basketball Players

🏀 WHY THIS FUNDRAISER MATTERS

At Hillside Academy in Queens, NY, we have a group of talented, hardworking junior high school students who love the game of basketball. For many of these kids, basketball is more than just a sport it’s structure, discipline, confidence, mentorship, and hope.

But right now, not every student can afford to participate.

Some families are struggling to cover:

• Basketball uniforms
• Sneakers and protective gear
• Training equipment
• Transportation to games and events

And no child should be forced to sit out because their family is going through a tough season financially.

That’s why we are raising $10,000 — to make sure every child who wants to play gets the chance to play.

🎯 WHAT YOUR DONATION SUPPORTS

Every dollar raised will go directly toward:

✅ Team uniforms

✅ Basketball sneakers & protective gear

✅ Practice equipment

✅ Transportation for games & tournaments

✅ Program support for underprivileged students

This isn’t about luxury — it’s about access, dignity, and opportunity.

❤️ WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

When you support this fundraiser, you’re doing more than buying equipment — you’re:

• Keeping kids active and off the streets
• Teaching teamwork, discipline, and leadership
• Building confidence and self-worth
• Giving students something to believe in

For some of these kids, this team is the safest and most positive place in their lives.

🙏 HOW YOU CAN HELP

• Donate whatever you can – no amount is too small
• Share this campaign with friends, family, and community groups
• Sponsor a player by covering the cost of one uniform or transportation

Even $25–$50 makes a real impact when a community comes together.

🏆 OUR PROMISE

We are committed to full transparency, and every dollar will be used specifically for the students and the basketball program at Hillside Academy.

Your support directly puts these kids on the court.

📢 FINAL WORD

These kids are hungry to learn, hungry to compete, and hungry to win they just need a fair chance.

Let’s show them that Queens stands behind them.

Thank you for believing in our students, our program, and our future.