Make a Difference with Playground Stars

At PlaygroundStars, we’ve seen firsthand how rising costs and pay-to-play models are sidelining kids, leaving families and communities without the joy, connection, and opportunities that sports provide. We’re here to change that.

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We need your support to put the FUN and FUNDING back in your community

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Why Help Support Playground Stars?

PlaygroundStars will be a game-changer for community-based youth sports organizations.

Provide tools to raise funds
Keep funding local
Keep community engagement high
Ensure all children have the opportunity to play sports, regardless of income

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Children in the U.S. are having different sports experiences based on money.

‐ Aspen Institute Sports and Society Program

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Community youth sports are at risk.

Rising costs and pay-to-play models are forcing families out, leaving local leagues struggling to survive while exclusive programs pull talent and resources away. This is why we’re focused on bridging the gap in underserved communities, giving every child the chance to play sports.

If we don’t take action, in-town sports—the same ones that shaped so many childhoods—could disappear.

Keeping funding local isn’t just about money; it’s about ensuring kids stay active, engaged, and connected to their own communities. When funding stays within neighborhoods, it builds a sustainable future for youth sports, one where every kid has the chance to play, regardless of their family’s financial situation.

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This isn’t just about funding: it’s about fairness and community pride.

True competition comes from including everyone, not just those who can afford the price of entry. When entire communities invest in their own sports programs, they create stronger schools, thriving businesses, and a sense of hometown pride that lasts for generations.

Every dollar you give is a stand against the loss of local sports, a stand for kids who deserve to play, and a step toward reclaiming the future of youth athletics.

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Let’s work together to bring funding and fun back to community youth sports!

We are a 501(c)(3) and your donation is tax deductible.

With your support, we can build a platform that makes it easier for local organizations to thrive, kids to stay active, and entire communities to grow stronger through the power of play. When youth sports flourish, so do schools, businesses, and neighborhoods—it’s a win for everyone.

Donate today and be part of a movement that’s making youth sports more accessible, exciting, and inclusive. Together, we can create more opportunities for kids to play, families to connect, and communities to take pride in their hometown teams!