Niagara University Receives $569,100 Grant to Reinvigorate Youth Athletic Programs in Western New York
Youth sport can play a pivotal role in the development of happier kids, healthy families, and stronger communities. But in Western New York, it is often difficult to attract and retain effective, dedicated coaches. A $569,100 grant from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr., Foundation will support Niagara University’s efforts to establish a qualified cadre of coaches to serve all youth populations throughout the region’s eight counties, with a special focus on marginalized communities historically not able to participate in youth sport programs.