The Price of Play: How Private Equity Is Undermining Youth Sports in America
The Price of Play: How Private Equity Is Undermining Youth Sports in America Introduction By Aaron Locks, Founder & CEO, National Academy of Athletics Youth sports used to be about fun, teamwork, and community. Today, they’re a booming business. As corporations and private equity firms take over programs and facilities, they’re reshaping sports into pay-to-play systems that […]
School Budget Cuts Are Gutting Afterschool Programs: Here’s How NAofA Is Stepping Up
School Budget Cuts Are Gutting Afterschool Programs: Here’s How NAofA Is Stepping Up School Budget Cuts Are Putting Afterschool Programs at Risk Across the country, families are bracing for the fallout of massive school budget cuts. From the proposed elimination of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) to sharp reductions in STEM funding, afterschool and […]
Changing Lives Through After-School Sports in Zimbabwe
Changing Lives Through After-School Sports in Zimbabwe We are beyond honored and deeply grateful to recognize David Mlambo for his unwavering dedication and hard work in bringing the joy of sports to children throughout Zimbabwe. Thanks to David’s inspiring leadership, his collaboration with the Ministry of Education, and his commitment to youth development, children who may […]
