East Craven Youth Athletics Foundation A Nonprofit Organization

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Upcoming Events

🌟 Friends and Community Night at Sunset Slush of Newport 🍧 Building Awareness 🏘️

Hey, friends and community members! 🤗 We're thrilled to invite you to an exciting evening filled with Italian Ice goodness and inspiring stories at Sunset Slush of Newport! Join us as we shed light on the incredible work ECYAF is doing in our community and how we're making a positive impact on our youth. 🌱

📅 Date: Saturday, August 5th

🕒 Time: All day

📍 Location: Sunset Slush of Newport

Indulge in refreshing Italian Ice treats and discover the amazing initiatives ECYAF has in store for our young athletes! We're dedicated to providing top-notch programs and support that empower our youth to reach new heights in sports and beyond.

Join us for an informative evening, learn about our diverse initiatives, and see how we're actively shaping a brighter future for our community through our youth programs.

Interested in enrolling your youth athlete in one of our many programs? This is the perfect opportunity to register on the spot! Whether it's basketball, football, or other sports, we have a program to ignite their passion for athletics!

Don't miss out on this fantastic event that celebrates unity, community, and the power of supporting our youth. See you on Saturday at Sunset Slush of Newport, for a night of good vibes, sweet treats, and shared aspirations!

🎒🚌 Back-Pack to School Rush 🏫📚presented by: Havelock Communities Improvement Association

📅 Date: Saturday, August 12th

🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

📍 Location: Harlowe Community Center

Get ready for an action-packed day as ECYAF hosts its Back-Pack to School Rush event! 🎒🎉 We're thrilled to support our young learners with 50 backpacks filled with pencils and glue sticks for 25 middle school and 25 elementary age students, starting at 9:00 AM until supplies last. It's a fantastic opportunity to gear up for the upcoming school year with essentials!

🎒 Backpack Giveaway Details:

🔹 25 backpacks for middle school students

🔹 25 backpacks for elementary age students

🔹 First come, first served starting at 9:00 AM

But that's not all! We've planned an array of fitness and athletic events to showcase your child's skills throughout the day. From shuttle runs to high jumps, they'll have a blast participating in various activities.

🏅 Events Lineup:

🔹 Shuttle Run

🔹 Ladder Drills

🔹 Distance Running

🔹 High Jump

🔹 Long Jump

🔹 40-Yard Dash

🗓️ Event Itinerary:

🕘 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM: Registration

🕙 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Athletic Events

🕛 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break

🕐 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Group Kickball Game

It's a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! Join us at Harlowe Community Center to celebrate the Back-Pack to School Rush, meet new friends, and create lasting memories. Don't miss out on this exciting and informative day!

Mark your calendars, and we can't wait to see you there!

How to Give

The East Craven Youth Athletics Foundation is thrilled to be raising funds this year with FlipGive! We invite you to support our cause and make a difference in the lives of our young athletes.

Your donation will help us provide quality youth sports programs, fostering teamwork, perseverance, initiative, and respect. Together, we can empower these athletes to excel on and off the field!

We sincerely appreciate your support. Click the link below to make a donation and be a part of this incredible journey!

About ECYAF

East Craven Youth Athletics Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing quality youth sports programs to the community. Our mission is to foster an environment of both sportsmanship and personal development, creating an opportunity for our youth to learn and grow in an atmosphere of camaraderie and healthy competition. We provide the tools and resources necessary to help the youth of our community learn and practice the values that come with competing in sports, such as team building, responsibility, and sportsmanship. Our programs focus on providing positive, safe, and affordable opportunities for youth to participate in high-quality sports activities. We are committed to promoting the value of physical activity, teamwork, and self-confidence in our youth.

ECYAF offers a wide variety of sporting events, from community leagues to organized tournaments. We strive to create the best possible experience for our participants by providing the necessary equipment, well-maintained fields, and qualified coaches. Our coaches are carefully selected for their experience and knowledge of team-building and sportsmanship. We also provide workshops and seminars throughout the year to introduce our participants to the important values that come with participating in sports.

We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the youth of our community and strive to provide an enjoyable, safe, and affordable experience for everyone involved. With our experienced staff, quality programs, and strong commitment to the value of physical activity, ECYAF makes an important contribution to the development of our youth.

Our Purpose

The purpose of ECYAF is to provide a safe and supportive environment for children to learn, grow, and have fun through physical activity. We aim to promote physical fitness and health, as well as develop key social and emotional skills such as teamwork, perseverance, initiative, and respect. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse atmosphere that celebrates all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. All of our activities and events will be focused on providing a positive, meaningful experience for every child. Our goal is to foster the development of healthy, happy, and well-rounded individuals that are ready to take on the world!

Objectives

Teamwork: Encourage and foster an environment where individuals work collaboratively, recognizing that the collective effort of the team leads to greater efficiency and success. Emphasize the importance of cooperation, communication, and mutual support among team members.

Perseverance: Instill in youth athletes the value of persistence and determination. Teach them to embrace challenges, overcome obstacles, and maintain a positive mindset even in the face of difficulties, failures, or opposition. Encourage a never-give-up attitude and the willingness to learn from setbacks.

Initiative: Empower young athletes to take independent action and show proactive behavior both on and off the field. Encourage them to identify opportunities for improvement, propose creative solutions, and take the lead in driving positive change. Foster a sense of responsibility and ownership over their development and the success of the team.

Respect: Cultivate an atmosphere of high regard, appreciation, and deference among all participants. Teach athletes to treat teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and spectators with respect, demonstrating good sportsmanship at all times. Emphasize the importance of fairness, integrity, and inclusivity in all interactions.

These objectives will guide our efforts in developing well-rounded individuals who not only excel in their respective sports but also carry these valuable qualities into their future endeavors. Through teamwork, perseverance, initiative, and respect, we aim to shape athletes who are not only skilled on the field but also demonstrate character, resilience, and a positive impact in their communities.

Initiatives

Free Programs: Implement and offer free sports programs to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for all youth in the community, regardless of their financial background. These programs will provide opportunities for children to participate in organized sports, receive proper coaching, and benefit from the positive experiences that come with athletic engagement.

Health Education: Develop and incorporate health education initiatives within the organization's programs. Promote the importance of physical fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being among young athletes. Provide resources and workshops that educate participants and their families on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, injury prevention, and proper sports nutrition.

Childhood Obesity: Launch initiatives specifically targeting childhood obesity prevention and reduction. Collaborate with local schools, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to raise awareness about the risks of obesity and the benefits of regular physical activity. Design programs that encourage children to engage in active lifestyles, fostering a love for sports and physical fitness from an early age.

Mentorship and Etiquette: Establish a mentorship program that pairs experienced athletes, coaches, or volunteers with younger participants. These mentors will provide guidance, support, and positive role modeling to help young athletes develop their skills, character, and sportsmanship. Additionally, offer etiquette workshops to teach participants proper behavior, respect for others, and the importance of good sportsmanship both on and off the field.

These initiatives reflect our commitment to not only providing sports opportunities but also addressing broader health and social issues affecting youth. By offering free programs, promoting health education, tackling childhood obesity, and fostering mentorship and etiquette, we aim to create a holistic environment that nurtures the physical, emotional, and social well-being of our young athletes.

Meet the Board and Officers

ECYAF's 2023-24 Board of Directors is composed of (5) Chairpersons who provide strategic guidance and leadership for the organization. In addition, we have dedicated officers who oversee specific areas of our operations. Our President ensures effective overall management, while our Secretary handles administrative tasks and record-keeping. The Treasurer is responsible for financial matters, and we have Vice Presidents overseeing various programs, activities, marketing, and operations related to basketball, football, baseball etc. Together, our board and officers work collaboratively to drive the success and growth of ECYAF's youth athletics programs.