At The 18th Ward, sports create an entry point to something larger: confidence, leadership, employment and community connection.

Strong community organizations need more than a powerful mission. They also need the space, relationships and practical resources that allow their work to grow.

Moving to a new country can mean navigating an unfamiliar language, culture and system while trying to find stability and a sense of belonging. Raíces Nuevas was created to ensure Garifuna youth and families do not have to navigate that transition alone.