Youth Opportunity
WNY Girls in Sports
Helping Girls Discover the Power of Sports
WNY Girls in Sports gives girls the opportunity to try new sports, build confidence, develop leadership skills and discover what they can accomplish – on and off the field.
Established in 2006 by Mary Wilson, WNY Girls in Sports promotes sports and fitness for adolescent girls while enriching their lives through participation. United Way of Buffalo & Erie County brings together 250 girls from across Erie County twice a year to experience a variety of sports, including basketball, golf, tennis and volleyball.
This program is for youth groups not individual registrations.
WNY Girls in Sports partners with youth-serving organizations and community groups to bring groups of girls together for sports experiences.
Interested in bringing your youth group?
Contact – JoAnna Rozier-Johnson
Community Impact Program Director
JoAnna.Rozier-Johnson@uwbec.org
Parents and caregivers: Interested in having your child participate? Reach out to their school, youth organization or community group and encourage them to connect with us about bringing a group to WNY Girls in Sports.
Mission
- Promote sports and fitness among girls
- Deliver consistent messages and activities that will lead to healthy choices and the development of essential life skills
- Create access and pathways for girls from underserved neighborhoods to participate in sports programs at the local, high school, and collegiate level.
Interested in Volunteering?
Contact Suzette O’Brien, Volunteer Center Manager, at suzette.obrien@
Questions
JoAnna Rozier-Johnson
Community Impact Program Director
JoAnna.Rozier-Johnson@uwbec.org
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