Empower Your Family Through Basketball
Join Hoop Dads: United as Champions to strengthen family bonds through basketball mentorship and support.
- Mentorship Programs for Fathers and Youth
- Arts-Based Interventions and Activities
- Preventing Juvenile Delinquency Together
- Building a Stronger Community
- Join Our Basketball Events
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Guarding Futures Starts with You!
Support Fatherhood, Mentorship, and Youth Through the Power of Basketball
When you donate to Hoop Dads Inc., you’re investing in stronger families, deeper community ties, and a generation of youth who are empowered by positive male role models. Your contribution directly supports programs that bring fathers and children together through basketball-based experiences, mentorship, and holistic family development.
Board Of Directors
Lester Shaw
Director
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Folami Ankoanda-Thompson
Presedent
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Carmen Pettie
Secretary
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Krayonte Halloway
Treasurer
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Keenan Coke
Officer
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Wilmer
Officer
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At Hoop Dads United, we believe basketball is more than a game—it’s a powerful tool to build stronger families, inspire youth, and unite communities. Through intentional programming and impactful events, we create spaces where fathers and children grow together. Here's how we make that happen:
Step 1
Mentorship Through Brotherhood
We connect experienced, engaged fathers with those seeking guidance, creating a supportive brotherhood rooted in accountability, encouragement, and shared life experiences. Our mentorship model helps fathers gain confidence while learning to lead with love and purpose.
Step 2
Active Community Engagement
From Juneteenth basketball competitions to our Annual Gala and weekly pick-up games, our events serve as bridges—bringing together families, neighbors, and local leaders. Each gathering is a chance to build trust, celebrate culture, and deepen community connections.
Step 3
Youth Empowerment & Delinquency Prevention
Our sports-based programming offers young people a safe and structured environment where they are seen, supported, and challenged. By channeling their energy into skill-building and teamwork, we reduce risk factors and help youth find purpose through positive role models.
Step 4
Strengthening the Father-Child Bond
Whether through Monday morning pick-up games or healthy cooking classes, our activities are designed for dads and kids to connect meaningfully. These shared experiences cultivate trust, communication, and love—laying the foundation for lifelong healthy relationships.
Step 5
Education Through Wellness & Storytelling
We promote holistic well-being through family-focused food classes and inspirational movie nights that explore resilience, teamwork, and growth. These programs help shift mindsets and open hearts through both education and entertainment.
Empowering Families & Communities Through Basketball
Step 6
Join the Movement
Your support—whether as a donor, volunteer, or participant—helps us reach more families and grow our impact. Together, we can use basketball as a vehicle to uplift, heal, and empower. Join us in building a brighter future, one hoop at a time.
"Join Hoop Dads: Transforming Lives Through Basketball on and off the Court"
Upcoming events
Join us in empowering children and fathers through basketball.
Monday Pick-Up Basketball Practice
Weekly sessions that offer skill-building, fitness, and consistency for youth and fathers alike.
Healthy Food Demonstration Classes (Dads + Kids)
Teaching families how to cook and eat well together, strengthening life skills and wellness.
Juneteenth 3-on-3 Basketball Competition
A celebratory tournament introducing Hoop Dads to the community while honoring culture and unity.
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Bond-building evenings watching basketball-themed films that inspire connection and discussion
Quarterly Movie Night Series @ Circle Cinema
A high-energy camp preparing kids for school with confidence, discipline, and encouragement.
Back-to-School Sports Camp Weekend
Our biggest fundraiser, featuring performances, auctions, and speakers to raise vital funds for youth development.