When kids find a team, their lives are changed for the better.
More Kids On More Teams
At Fields & Futures, we believe every child deserves the chance to play, grow, and thrive. We understand the transformative power of sports in achieving this goal. When children have access to safe play spaces, mentorship from caring coaches, and the support of their teammates, the pathway to a brighter future becomes so much clearer.
Unfortunately, sports participation is not equitable for all children. Financial obstacles and resource limitations deter too many children right here in Oklahoma City from ever stepping onto a field.
Through programming initiatives, community partnerships, and perpetual field maintenance, we work tirelessly to break down these barriers and give children of all ages the access and opportunities they deserve, both today and for generations to come. Because the future plays here.
Fields & Futures and OKCPS have collectively set a goal to grow district sports participation to 50% by 2030.
The Moment: Daryen “DJ” Jefferson
We inspire success through athletics – one student, one coach, and one field at a time.
Graduation Outcomes
Our goal has always been to put more kids on a better path to graduation, and the link between youth sports participation and graduation rates is empirical.
When students find a sport they love, they spend more time in class and less time in trouble. As they succeed on the field and in the classroom, they discover their true potential. They plan for the future, and they graduate.
The Power of Hope
Hope is much more than wishful thinking. Sports give kids the power to believe in themselves and realize the direct connection between effort and outcomes.
By experiencing adversity and success on the field, they learn how to overcome challenges and setbacks in life. More importantly, they are empowered by a sense of hope and self-confidence. They come to realize that with focus, determination, and hard work, there is no goal beyond their reach.
Positive Experiences
Youth sports create unique experiences with lifelong impact. But these moments do more than make lasting memories. They have the power to counter the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) that can impact a child’s well-being throughout their life.
These positive events, called Benevolent Childhood Experiences (BCEs), have been proven to mitigate the effects of ACEs. More kids on more teams means more opportunities to break negative cycles and change trajectories.
Let’s put more kids on more teams
