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Giving Back

Yellowjackets Foundation

The charitable arm of Blessed Sacrament Basketball. It exists for one reason: so that the cost of playing never decides which Hamilton kids get to play.

About the Foundation

Why it exists

Basketball is one of the most accessible sports there is — until you add up registration, shoes, uniforms and travel. For a lot of Hamilton families, that total is the difference between a child playing and a child watching.

The Yellowjackets Foundation closes that gap. It works alongside Blessed Sacrament Basketball, quietly and confidentially, so that any family who needs help can ask for it without their child ever knowing there was a question.

What We Support

Where the money goes

Donations are directed straight into participation — not overheads.

01

Registration Assistance

Covering registration fees for families who would otherwise have to say no.

02

Equipment

Shoes, uniforms and gear so no child shows up unable to take part.

03

Camps & Programming

Access to camps and clinics for kids who couldn't otherwise attend.

04

Scholarships

Support for athletes continuing in the game beyond our program.

05

Community Initiatives

Basketball programming that reaches further into Hamilton neighbourhoods.

06

Youth Development

Opportunities that use basketball to build confidence and leadership.

Donate

Put a kid on the court

Donations go directly to registration fees, equipment and camp access for Hamilton families who need support.

Get Involved

More than one way to help

Money is one way in. Time and partnership matter just as much.

Donate

Every dollar goes directly to getting a Hamilton kid onto the court.

Sponsor

Partner with the club and support youth basketball across the city.

Volunteer

Coach, manage a team, or help run events through the season.

Partner

Schools, businesses and community organisations working with us.

Support the Foundation

Help keep Hamilton basketball open to every family in the city.