Be a Champion for Near West Side Kids!

Since 2012, Near West Recreation has created a space for kids on Cleveland’s Near West Side to grow, play, and thrive through affordable sports leagues, camps, and clinics. Our goal has always been simple: every child should be able to play—regardless of their family’s ability to pay.

Each year, over 50% of our participants rely on financial assistance to join our programs. That’s a $30,000 gap we cover to keep the game accessible for all.

Now, we’re asking you to help us close that gap—and Champion the Future of youth sports in our community.

$15 = One team uniform
$50 = One season of play for a child
$250 = One full year of sports for a child
$500 = One full team’s season in a league

Every dollar goes toward keeping our programs high-quality, inclusive, and life-changing.

Give today. Be the reason a kid gets to play tomorrow.

Near West Recreation Champions Fund