Every Game Has a 4th Quarter.

In sports, The 4th quarter is when character is revealed. It’s when teams face adversity, dig deeper, and find a way to finish strong.

At The 4th Quarter Foundation, we believe life works the same way.

Every day, people and communities face their own “4th quarter moments”—moments when resources are limited, opportunities seem out of reach, and support can make all the difference.

Our mission is simple:

We create game-changing opportunities that strengthen people, communities, and institutions—especially those with limited resources—equipping them to finish strong.

Since our founding, we have:

Awarded over $100,000 in scholarships and direct support
Distributed 50+ laptops and technology resources
Supported 45+ students and student organizations
Served hundreds of children and families through community initiatives
Invested in schools, veterans, youth development, and community partnerships throughout North Carolina

But the game isn’t over. And there is still so much work to do.

What Your Gift Makes Possible

$25 —Assist

Provide school supplies, hygiene items, or basic necessities for a student or family in need.

$50 —Rebound

Help purchase books, technology accessories, athletic equipment, or educational materials.

$100 —Defend

Support youth mentoring, leadership programming, workshops, and career readiness initiatives.

$250 —Transition

Fund exposure opportunities such as college visits, workforce development experiences, and educational events.

$500+ —Score

Directly invest in scholarships, community initiatives, and transformational programming.

$1,000+ —Win

Become a Clutch Champion by helping us expand programs, increase scholarships, and deepen our impact.

Areas of Impact

Education & Scholarships

Providing scholarships, educational support, technology, and academic resources to students.

Leadership and Character Development

Creating programs that teach leadership, teamwork, character, and life skills through sports and mentorship.

Community Outreach

Supporting underserved individuals and families through community events, service projects, and resource drives.

Veteran Support

Connecting veterans with services, resources, adaptive equipment, and opportunities that improve quality of life.

School Partnerships

Working alongside schools, educators, and administrators to provide resources, enrichment activities, and student engagement opportunities.

Our Playbook

Our work is built on five core principles:

Rebound-Helping individuals recover from setbacks and adversity.

Assist-Providing resources, mentorship, and support systems.

Defend-Protecting and strengthening communities through advocacy and service.

Transition-Creating pathways to new opportunities and brighter futures.

Score-Celebrating success and empowering people to achieve their goals.

Join Our Team

The greatest teams are never built by one person.

When you give, you become part of a movement dedicated to ensuring that every individual—regardless of circumstance—has the opportunity to succeed when it matters most.

Together, we can help our communities finish strong.

Make your gift today and help us change the game.

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