Our Mission
LegacyX exists where character, faith, and neighborhood intersect — building the kind of foundation a child carries for life.
Basketball, soccer, and seasonal sports teach the daily habits — showing up, working hard, losing well, winning humbly — that shape character far beyond the court.
Rooted in Christian tradition and open to every family. We believe a child grounded in purpose grows into an adult who serves their community with conviction.
No child is raised alone. We connect kids, parents, mentors, coaches, and pastors into a Philadelphia-wide circle that walks together for the long haul.
What We Do
Year-round leagues for ages 7–17 across Germantown, Mt. Airy, and North Philly. Coaches double as mentors.
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A six-week summer experience pairing daily athletics with character-building and family worship nights.
Learn More →One adult mentor matched to one young person for a 12-month commitment of weekly time, accountability, and presence.
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Free outdoor movie nights every other Friday in summer — popcorn, kids, parents, neighbors, no agenda.
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Monthly drives partnering with local churches and pantries to stock kitchens across eight Philadelphia neighborhoods.
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Homework help, literacy support, and one-on-one tutoring, weekdays 3–6pm. Snacks always included.
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Stories
“My son walked in shy and walked out a leader. The coaches treat him like he matters — because he does.”
— Tanya R., parent, Germantown
“LegacyX gave me a place to belong on Saturdays and a mentor I still text every week. I’m the first in my family heading to college.”
— Marcus D., age 17, North Philly
“You don’t volunteer here to fix anyone. You show up, you stay, and you watch what consistency does to a child’s life.”
— Pastor James W., mentor & partner
What’s Coming
The first day of our six-week Faith & Sports Camp at the Tulpehocken campus.
RSVP →An afternoon of food, games, and gathering for every family in the LegacyX circle.
RSVP →3-on-3 basketball, soccer scrimmages, and a community cookout — all neighborhoods welcome.
RSVP →A thank-you evening for our 30+ mentors and an invitation for newcomers considering the role.
RSVP →Get Involved
Coach a team. Mentor a kid. Drive the camp van. Set up Friday movie nights. We need consistent hearts more than expert hands.
Sign UpEvery dollar funds a uniform, a meal, a transportation ride, a camp scholarship. Recurring monthly gifts make planning possible.
Give NowChurches, schools, small businesses, and foundations — let’s build something for Philadelphia together. Co-host, co-fund, co-mentor.
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$25 covers a week of after-school snacks. $100 puts one camper through a summer day. $500 sponsors a mentor pairing for a year.
“We are a faith-led organization, interdenominational and family-friendly — rooted in the conviction that every Philadelphia child is made for purpose, and that the work of love is done one Saturday, one practice, one shared meal at a time.”