• Ballin4Peace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in New York City that uses the power of basketball and culturally relevant programming to reduce youth violence, increase educational equity, and build pathways to success. We cultivate peace and unity by connecting underserved communities with programs that promote leadership, mentorship, and positive youth development.

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Ballin4Peace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in New York City that uses the power of basketball and culturally relevant programming to reduce youth violence, increase educational equity, and build pathways to success. We cultivate peace and unity by connecting underserved communities with programs that promote leadership, mentorship, and positive youth development.

Your support helps us bring hope, unity, and opportunities to youth in underserved communities. Make a difference today—donate to Ballin 4 Peace and help us continue our mission of fostering peace through the transformative power of basketball.

What We Do

Programs That Turn Sports into Pathways

We blend sports, culture, and mentorship to reduce youth violence, expand educational equity, and build real opportunities for young people and their families across New York City and beyond.

Tournaments & Showcases

Elite 32 delivers premier reps and visibility for student‑athletes, raises scholarship funds, and connects families to opportunity.

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Youth Clinics & Camps

Skills training, sports + STEM camps, and creative media labs that develop confidence, teamwork, and leadership on and off the court.

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Peace Forums

Conversations with artists, athletes, and community leaders focused on violence prevention, education, wellness, and unity through culture.

Upcoming Events

Scholarships & Mentorship

$2,500 scholarships presented live at events, plus mentoring, tutoring, and career workshops that keep youth on a path to success.

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60% NYC student‑athletes are more likely to earn college scholarships
10% Lower violent crime in schools with strong sports participation
25% Students in sports programs are more likely to graduate on time

1 V 1 : THE INTERVIEW SERIES

1v1 is a series of interviews and podcasts developed by the team at Ballin 4 Peace to  learn more about with some of our previous partners, players, our favorite athletes and entertainers.  

1 V 1 WITH BALLIN' 4 PEACE: HARON HARGRAVE

Haron Hargrave, founder of Ballin’ 4 Peace, is committed to spreading peace through sports in NYC and beyond. Inspired by his late mother, he brings communities together through events like the Celebrity Charity Basketball Game and NYC Elite 32 Winter Classic, offering scholarships and uniting youth. While navigating the challenges of running a nonprofit, Hargrave draws motivation from his father and remains focused on building partnerships and fundraising to expand Ballin' 4 Peace’s impact.

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1 V 1 WITH BALLIN’ 4 PEACE: CAPPIE PONDEXTER

It’s been a little over a year since Cappie Pondexter announced her retirement after spending 13-years playing in the WNBA; a legendary career that saw a girl from the west side of Chicago blossom into a two-time champion, Finals MVP, Olympic gold medalist, 7-time all-star, and simply one of the greatest WNBA players of all-time. 

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1 V 1 WITH BALLIN' 4 PEACE: SCOTT MACHADO

It’s safe to say that Scott Machado will never forget celebrating his 29th birthday and where he spent it. It was 2019 and the versatile point guard was in his third month with the Los Angeles Lakers after signing a 10-day contract fresh off of earning G-League Player of the Week honors with South Bay, where Machado had averaged an impressive 25 points, 14.7 assists, and 5.7 rebounds per game during a three-game win streak.

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SUPPORT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

With senseless crime and violence plaguing our communities, founder Haron Hargrave and the team at Ballin4Peace wanted to do something different.  The team of passionate urban professionals wanted to deliver an outlet to inner-city youth where they can interface with their favorite celebrities as their promote peace through sports. 

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