La Liga del Barrio

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La Liga del Barrio

The mission of La Liga Del Barrio is to organize sports programming to foster healthy sportsmanship, good behavior, and academic success for youth ages 6 to 18, operating under the core motto "Students first, athletes second" to support underserved communities in Philadelphia.

Grants Awarded

La Liga del Barrio

Year Awarded:
2023
Grant Program:
Kensington Community Resilience Fund
Grant Amount:
$10,000

La Liga del Barrio was funded to strengthen its new gym and community hub, creating a permanent home for expanded sports programming, youth mentoring, academic support, and resources for children and families affected by poverty and housing instability.