May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at the Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative, we are dedicated to promoting the holistic well-being of young athletes. We firmly believe that sports can play a transformative role in enhancing their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Throughout this month, we are highlighting the importance of mental health and raising awareness of the resources available to support our athletes. We are committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes mental health in youth sports.

Join us in spreading awareness and engaging in conversations about mental health within the sports community. Together, we can break the stigma, promote positive mental health practices, and empower our young athletes to thrive on and off the field.

The PYSC team joined hundreds of sport professionals last week for Aspen Institute's Project Play Summit in beautiful Colorado! PYSC made its mark, representing our vibrant sports community from the City of Brotherly Love.

Throughout the summit, our team engaged in inspiring discussions exchanged ideas, and absorbed valuable insights from industry experts. We delved into topics such as the Olympic and Paralympic movement, coach development, and enhancing the overall youth sports experience.

Leaving the summit, we feel more inspired and motivated than ever to continue our mission of transforming youth sports in Philadelphia. The knowledge and connections we gained will fuel our efforts to create lasting change and provide meaningful opportunities for our young athletes.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to the Aspen Institute for hosting this incredible event. Together, we are making a significant difference in the lives of youth through the power of sports!

Register For The Eagles High School Coaches Clinic

May 31st | 4 pm- 8:40 pm | Lincoln Financial Field

Join the Eagles for the 2023 Eagles High School Football Coaches Academy. Coaches will be able to learn from current Eagles coaches and staff as well as other special guests.

PYSC CPR / AED / First Aid Training

Friday, June 2nd | 4:30 pm-7:00 pm | Friends Center 1501 Cherry St

Concussion Care for Kids Info Session

June 6th | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Virtual

Join us for a 60-minute session with an overview of concussion safety and care and the opportunity to dive deeper with the CHOP team to educate the youth and parents in your program.

PYSC Quarterly Member Meeting - Lunch & Learn 

June 15th - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm | Friends Center 1501 Cherry Street

Join your fellow PYSC Member Organizations and other partners from the youth sports community for a lunch meeting and discussion highlighting several of our great members - Philadelphia Youth Basketball, Students Run Philly Style, and Team Up Philly - and the work they do to serve youth who have been involved with the justice system.

We will start at 12 for lunch and networking, then kick the panel off at 12:30 pm. We hope you and others from your organization can join.

PYSC Nonprofit Training - Strategic Planning

June 21st - 8:30am - 11:00am

A strategic planning process helps an organization determine where it has been and is going over the next year, 3 to 5 years. The focus of a strategic plan is usually on the entire organization. There are a variety of perspectives, models, and approaches used in strategic planning. How a strategic plan is developed depends on the nature of the organization's leadership, culture, complexity of the organization's environment, size of the organization, and expertise of planners. 

Workshop outcomes: Participants should walk away from this session

understanding:

• WHY plan
• HOW to use various methods/processes to conduct strategic
• planning
• WHO should be involved in planning
• WHEN to start specific phases of a strategic planning process
• WHAT areas to focus on when planning

Temple University iEat Study: Participants Needed!

iEAT is a research study at Temple University. We are currently looking for teens, 12-16 years, to tell us about what they eat. Teens will complete three short (~30 minutes) online visits, respond to surveys via text message, and come to our center for one in-person visit located next to the Temple Pediatric Clinic. At the visit, we will ask teens about their preferences for giving samples to measure their diets, such as height and weight. Teens and parents can get up to $150 for participating. 

Neighborhood Bike Works"Bike Ride & Cookout Spring Fundraiser

June 3rd| 3 pm-6 pm| Tricycle Cafe & Bicycle Shop

Join Neighborhood Bike Works for their Bike Ride & Cookout Fundraiser! An optional guided bike ride to and from the event. Raffle items include local bike shop merchandise, tickets to the Philly arts attractions and theater productions, restaurants, sporting events, and more! Ticket and raffle sales will support our 2023 summer and fall youth programs, like Earn-A-Bike and Summer Camp, and help us provide equitable access to bikes and cycling. 

Understanding Nonprofit Financials

June 6th | 10:00 am-11:30 | Virtual

Hosted by the Regional Foundation Center of the Free Library of Philadelphia, this free workshop will address the board's responsibility for reviewing and understanding their organization's finances. Together we'll review sample statements and discuss the critical aspects of reporting and accountability.

There is no cost for the workshop. However, you'll need to register.

Combatting White Saviorism in Mentors and Mentoring Programs

June 7th | 12 pm- 1:30 pm | Virtual

In this virtual training for mentoring program staff, leaders, and board members, participants will explore what white saviorism looks like and its harmful impact on youth and communities.

2023 Philadelphia Polo Classic 

September 23rd

The Philadelphia Polo Classic will delight with various activities, from luxury experiences to family-friendly fun. Watch America's #1 ranked polo player Nic Roldan, world-renowned polo dignitary Naco Figueras, and Work to Ride's very own Kareem Rosser face off for a championship title in a Philadelphia event