LAY-UP

Young people need the skills to navigate an increasingly complex world.

At Lay-Up, we use sport for development to equip young people with the skills, confidence, and relationships needed to navigate their futures.

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By 2030, Lay-Up needs to prepare 3,500 young people in Toronto to survive real-world problems.

2200+

Hours of connection built through programming each year.

1000+

Young people building future-ready skills annually.

75+

Young people leading in the communities they call home.

14+

Communities growing through the power of sport.

What Makes 
Lay-Up Different

At Lay-Up, we remove barriers to sport for development, using basketball to equip young people with the skills they need to navigate their futures.

cost-free.

Sport for Development

Basketball is the vehicle. We use sport to build confidence, wellbeing, and life skills that last beyond the court.

Community-based

Programs invest in local leaders and community spaces, creating sustainable pathways that strengthen communities from within.

Evidence-informed

Our programs are grounded in research, best practices, and community expertise, combining sport and youth development to create meaningful, lasting impact.

Sport for Employability

We use sport to build transferable skills, practical experience, and networks that prepare young people to navigate meaningful and sustainable employment.

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Every young person deserves the opportunity to build the skills, confidence, and relationships they need to navigate their future. Your support helps remove barriers to opportunity and create lasting impact for young people across Toronto.

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