Ballers & Scholars Foundation
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Pinal County, Arizona since 2023
Expanding access to sports, education, mentorship, and career exploration for young people across Pinal County, with a focus on rural and mining communities. Where a child lives should not determine the opportunities available to them.
Two Focused Initiatives
Copper & Cleats
Helping kids get in the game through the local leagues they already play in: participation assistance, equipment, and scholarships.
MINE STEM
Mining Industry Network for STEM Education: hands-on STEM learning, industry exposure, mentors, and career exploration.
Communities We Serve
Kids in smaller rural communities may have fewer nearby programs, fewer specialized resources, and less exposure to the range of careers available. At the same time, many of these communities sit near some of Arizona's most significant industrial and mining investments.
Industry brings knowledge, resources, technology, and career pathways. Our communities are full of young people with tremendous potential. Ballers & Scholars helps build the bridge between the two.
We serve families across all of Pinal County, with special attention to rural and mining communities where resources are hardest to reach.
Cities & Towns
- Apache Junction
- Casa Grande
- Coolidge
- Eloy
- Florence
- Kearny
- Mammoth
- Maricopa
- Queen Creek
- Superior
Communities
- Arizona City
- Dudleyville
- Gold Canyon
- Oracle
- Queen Valley
- Red Rock
- San Manuel
- San Tan Valley
- SaddleBrooke
- Stanfield
We also welcome families from surrounding areas. Our reach can grow as partnerships, community needs, and funding allow.