Sports
Using athletics to develop teamwork, confidence, discipline, perseverance, and healthy competition.
S.E.D.A. Foundation, Inc.
Building more than athletes.Building futures.
- Sports.
- Education.
- Development.
- Achievement.
S.E.D.A. Foundation empowers young people through athletics, education, mentorship, leadership development, character building, and community opportunities.
Our mission
The mission of S.E.D.A. Foundation, Inc. is to empower youth through Sports, Education, Development, and Achievement.
S.E.D.A. provides opportunities through athletic programs, mentoring, leadership development, academic encouragement, character building, and community initiatives.
Education
Encouraging academic achievement and connecting young people with resources that support their educational success.
Development
Building leadership, communication, responsibility, confidence, and essential life skills.
Achievement
Helping young people set goals, recognize their potential, pursue opportunities, and prepare for their futures.
What we do
Programs
Operating
Team Elevate Basketball
Competitive youth basketball and player development.
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S.E.D.A. Academic Support
Tutoring, study support, educational resources, and academic achievement programming.
In development
S.E.D.A. Mentorship
Mentoring focused on confidence, decision-making, accountability, leadership, and personal development.
In development
Leadership & Life Skills
Leadership, communication, financial literacy, career exploration, goal setting, professional development, teamwork, and responsibility.
Operating
Free Community Clinics & Youth Days
Open to the public at no cost, these events provide basketball instruction, mentorship, and access to positive role models.
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Need-Based Scholarships
Funds raised are used to provide financial assistance to lower-income participants, ensuring inclusive access.
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Free Community Clinics & Youth Days
Open to the public at no cost, these events provide basketball instruction, mentorship, and access to positive role models.
What's included
- Professional basketball instruction
- Mentorship from experienced coaches
- Access to positive role models
- Basketball giveaways
- Free t-shirts to encourage continued activity
- Focus on fundamental skills development
Dates and locations are posted when a clinic is scheduled.
Athletics
Organized Team Programming
Team participation is used as an instructional and developmental tool to reinforce essential life skills.
What's included
- Structured team environment
- Competitive game experience
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Leadership development opportunities
- Personal responsibility training
- Season-long commitment and growth
Access
Need-Based Scholarships
Funds raised are used to provide financial assistance to lower-income participants, ensuring inclusive access.
What's included
- Full or partial program fee coverage
- Equipment and uniform assistance
- Transportation support when needed
- No child turned away for inability to pay
- Confidential application process
- Year-round availability
Flagship athletic program
Team Elevate Basketball
Team Elevate is a girls basketball program operated by S.E.D.A. Foundation. The organization is larger than the team. Sports are the door. Education, development, and achievement are the work around it.
Team Elevate
On the court
Practice photographs published by Team Elevate on Instagram and Facebook.
Coach Hughes at practice
Team Elevate jersey and game balls
Jump shot
Practice huddle
Gym work
Tournament MVP graphic shared by Team Elevate
2026 Youth Development & Athletics Campaign
Help us invest $25,000 in our youth
2026 funding goal
$25,000
$0 raised toward our $25,000 goal
Official technology partner
Bxlly Digital
This is bigger than basketball.
Sports
can open the door.
Education
creates possibilities.
Mentorship
provides direction.
Leadership
builds confidence.
Opportunity
can change a future.
Help us build what's next.