Presented by
Lacy Bienkowski, CPRP
Recreation Programmer-Youth Sports
Mesa Parks and Recreation
The Big Idea
 Responsibility to fill a need that wasn’t
being met
 Desire to change the culture of youth
sports in Mesa
 Commitment to provide the best
people, programs and resources
The Focus
 Active guide and
support system for all
Youth Sports coaches,
parents/guardians,
participants, staff and
community
 High quality trainings,
resources and outreach in
areas including
sportsmanship, positive
coaching, concussion
awareness, injury
prevention, equipment and
safety gear access,
hydration and nutrition,
financial assistance and
scholarships
The Funds
 Grant from Gila River Indian
Community
 3 year tier
 $62,250
The Partners
The Resources
Volunteer Coaches
 Trainings
 Expert guest speakers
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Educational material
First Aid kits
Equipment
Awards and recognition
Participants
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Scholarships
Equipment
Educational material
Awards and recognition
The Resources
Parents
 Trainings
Staff
 Trainings
 Expert guest speakers
 Expert guest speakers
 Educational material
 Educational material
The Community Cooperative
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Neighborhood partnerships
Increasing quality of life
Vehicle for change
Collaborative problem solving and support
Programming on-site
The Future
 Health/Safety Event with Athlete Combine on
September 13th
 Increase outreach opportunities in the
community
 Increase parent involvement
 Secure funds to provide sustainable program
after 3 years
Thank you!