
Courts for Kids
@courtsforkids
Mission: "Transforming lives through building courts and cultural exchange."
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http://www.CourtsForKids.org 17-12-2014 20:00:19
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"I love leading trips with Courts for Kids because I can build bridges across cultures between the locals and volunteers while growing as an individual. I learned so much from the locals and volunteers alike." – Jamie Hackbarth Jamie Hackbarth CFK Rep Colombia 2018 w/ St. John's Jesuit


“Despite difficulties in always having clean water and food for themselves, we were greatly welcomed and well served by the Chamwino community; it made me reconsider how generous I can be.” – Matt W. Saint Ignatius CLE students in Chamwino, Tanzania 2016 bit.ly/2NIjU1C


“This trip changed me by showing me that you don’t need superficial things to be happy. Deep down I knew that, but it truly did change my perspective. This experience was amazing. It was life changing.” – Becca, K-State Athletics in Dominican Republic (2018) bit.ly/31nj3f4



“My favorite part about leading a Courts for Kids trip is the daily reflections where we digest and take in all that happened during that day. " Brian Mannas CFK Rep, Costa Rica (2019) Kent State Athletics bit.ly/2VtrWzI


"This trip has made me see that the world is trying to tell us that despite the many dark things in the world, there’s always light. You just have to choose to see it.” – Andrea @cristoreydallas w/ Cristo Rey Brooklyn students in Torbellino, Mexico (2017) bit.ly/3geL3Wt





“I loved watching the bonds between host communities and volunteers form. The language and cultural barriers were strong, but kindness and compassion always overcame.” – Anthony Hascheff Paul Anthony CFK Rep in Paraguay with American U. Eagles and Belize with LBSU Athletics (2019)


"I have learned about each and every single one of the athletes who went and we’re much closer now. The memories gained in Nicaragua will forever be a tattoo in my heart. I’ll never forget this trip.” - Harrison, K-State Athletics in Nicaragua (2017) bit.ly/3dOoTIJ


"The whole community gathered on the court and danced and sang for hours on end. All the kids were so willing to play with us and that truly made me feel as if I were part of the community.” – Thomas, Camas High School students in Nicaragua (2017) bit.ly/2BMoFES


“I love the cultural exchange component of Courts for Kids. Different groups of people coming together to work on a common goal while building friendships and community despite language barriers is a special thing to witness.” Mark Green CFK Rep, Peru w KAMARIA P:) volunteers 2016


“I made a connection with a young man. Whe last night we sat together and talked about what the future held for each of us. We still talk on social media and he’s a true friend who I appreciate.” – Bryan, Xavier Catholic School System Los Miche, Dominican Republic (2018) bit.ly/3g7dzJq


"One of the boys in the community had a physical and mental disability. The entire day he shoveled dirt and sand. It showed me that no matter your circumstances you can always do your best and be the best for others.“ Sid Bellarmine in Jamaica (2019) bit.ly/31w77aO


"None of us have to travel to Panama to see inequality. Let this experience, spark something within you to care about things that may directly affect you & things morally wrong." - Chase, Texas Longhorns student athletes in San Miguel Centro, Panama (2019) bit.ly/2Zlbcfd


“I learned that we can not judge the whole country from a couple of minutes on the news from the media. I feel that we as human beings can not judge until we experience one another first hand.” -Fabian, Marquette High School Students in , Panama (2018) bit.ly/3ih2zee


“I feel the trip has changed me in my viewpoints about cultures. You watch the media and they try to formulate opinions upon people. This experience has changed my opinion about Muslims.” – Brett, Texas Longhorns Student Athletes in Morocco (2019) bit.ly/2YGrP66


I have learned so much about myself and the world. It really opened my eyes and showed me that there’s more to life than Vancouver, WA. It opened my heart to a depth that I didn’t know was capable." Union High School Students Evergreen PS in Liberia (2014) bit.ly/3g9tjeX
