WHERE YOUTH SPORTS MEETS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT.
Creating pathways for young people to thrive through sports, academics, wellness, and leadership.
Who we are
Think U1 is a nonprofit youth-development organization creating pathways for young people through sports, academics, wellness, and leadership. We partner with schools and communities to expand access to high-quality programs that help young people build confidence, develop character, and reach their full potential.
The Think U1 ModelMore Than Sports.
Sports are where we connect. Development is where we make an impact. Think U1 surrounds young people with opportunities to grow on the field, in the classroom, and beyond.
What we do
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YOUTH SPORTS
Access. Development. Competition. Community. Think U1 expands access to high-quality sports experiences that build skills, confidence, teamwork, character, and community.
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SCHOLARACES PREP
Academic enrichment and educational opportunity. Math & Literacy Enrichment, Test Preparation, and School Placement & Admissions Support designed to help young people strengthen their academic foundation and access new opportunities.
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WELLNESS & PERFORMANCE
Developing healthy minds and bodies. Mental wellness, mental performance, health education, injury prevention, and whole-person development that help young people thrive in sports, school, and life.
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LEADERSHIP & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Preparing young people for what comes next. Mentorship, leadership development, career exposure, and meaningful experiences that help young people discover their strengths and envision future possibilities.
Creating Opportunity. Building Futures.Our Collective Impact
Through Think U1 and our longstanding partnership with U1 Sports, we have created opportunities for young people to participate in high-quality sports, academic enrichment, and youth development programming—regardless of their ability to pay.
Our impact includes school and community partnerships, scholarship-supported programming, competitive sports, academic enrichment, and free community-based initiatives throughout New York City.
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2,500+
YOUTH REACHED
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15+
SCHOOLS & COMMUNITIES REACHED
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5,000+
PROGRAM HOURS
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500+
FREE AND SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORTED YOUTH
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300+
GIRLS IN SPORTS
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10+
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE
The Think U1 ModelWhy Partner With Think U1?
Bring Whole-Child Youth Development to Your Community.
Think U1 partners with schools and community organizations to create customized programs that combine sports, academics, wellness, and leadership development—meeting young people where they are and creating pathways for them to thrive.
Our Partners
Bring Think U1 to Your Community
Let's create opportunities for young people together.