Hoops For Hope

Jarvis Collegiate – a high school rich in athletic and entertainment history – will play host to the inaugural event.

With a solid population base, most of which is in the middle and upper income bracket, very conscious, urban and active, this is an ideal location for the event.

With the help of celebrity basketball players, King Bay Kids is reaching out to people across the GTA and surrounding areas through blogs, newsletters, websites, social media, concerts, and PR professionals.

The combination of the celebrity basketball game and a youth-focused charity struck a positive chord with many people.

This year’s event will feature celebrity sports players, Olympians, Para-Olympians, media & industry leaders in business and entertainment.

Celebrity basketball players include actors from Degrassi and many more.

The half-time show will include performances by Divine Brown and “Mayhem’s Finest” – a hip hop dance crew formed by dancers from the hit TV show: ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ Canada.

The day will consist of 3-on-3 tournaments, a three-point shooting contest, incredible raffles, live performances, keynote speakers, face-painting, arts & crafts, barbeque, and delicious treats, along with the main event – the celebrity basketball game.

Event goers can either participate in the tournaments & contests, enjoy live performances, or come and cheer on their favourite ball player.

Adults will be asked to donate a minimum of $10; children under 12 are FREE.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Sparroway Outreach Programs run by King Bay Kids as well as Sisters of Soul – a new initiative which will fully integrate women into the workforce with dignity.