Maverick Volleyball Launches New Charity

October 23, 2024

Maverick Volleyball Club Launches New Charity to Break Financial Barriers and Empower Youth Through Sport

(October 23, 2024) – The Maverick Volleyball Club proudly announces the launch of the Maverick Youth Opportunities Fund (MYOF), a new charitable organization established to commemorate its 40th anniversary of delivering quality volleyball programs in the National Capital Region.

The MYOF’s mission is to: “Invest in opportunities that empower and transform youth to achieve their aspirations. To that end, the new charity will focus its funding in the following four areas:

  1. Financial Assistance – Providing financial support to youth who face financial barriers to participate in sports;
  2.  Scholarships – Awarding scholarships to athletes who demonstrate excellence in sports, academics, and community involvement;
  3. Essential Skill Programs – Investing in youth programs that teach essential skills both on and off the court; and
  4. Partnership Programs – Partnering with like-minded charitable organizations that align with our mission and vision.

“The creation of the Maverick Youth Opportunities Fund is deeply meaningful to me and our entire club. By breaking down financial barriers to sports participation, MYOF will significantly enhance our fundraising efforts, making a positive impact on youth, our community, and their future.”

The Maverick Youth Opportunities Fund operates independently of the Maverick Volleyball Club, with its own governance and operational structure. As a registered charity, it is now able to provide charitable tax receipts to its generous donors, making it much more effective than the Club’s previous efforts through the Maverick Benevolent Fund.

“I am very honoured to be Chair of the Maverick Youth Opportunities Fund. I am a firm believer in the power of sport and its ability to teach youth important life skills that will provide them with a solid foundation for future success in their personal and professional life,” states Sheila Roy, chair of MYOF board of directors. “Everyone should have access to sport and have no limits to achieving their potential. Our board will work tirelessly to achieve our mission.”

For more information, or to donate, please go to www.maverickyouthfund.ca or contact us at info@maverickyouthfund.ca