The Stephen D. Menzies Rising Youth Athletics Foundation

24/07/2026

Sports do more than create athletes. They help shape confident leaders, resilient teammates and healthier communities.

Yet for many young people, the opportunity to play is not guaranteed. Financial barriers, limited access and rising costs prevent too many children from experiencing the lifelong benefits of youth athletics.

Watch to learn why access to sports matters and how creating more opportunities can make a lasting impact.

23/07/2026

Athletics come in many forms, and we are proud to support them all.

From the field to the court to the competition mat, young athletes build confidence, leadership and lifelong skills through sports.

Cheerleading is no exception. It takes dedication, teamwork and determination, and we are proud to support programs that help more athletes experience those opportunities.

21/07/2026

Opportunity begins with access.

A first practice. A first whistle. A first team huddle.

These moments may seem small, but they are often the beginning of something much bigger, like confidence, friendships, resilience and a lifelong love of the game.

Every young athlete deserves the opportunity to take that first step.

15/07/2026

Something exciting is in the works.

We are preparing to announce new partnerships with organizations that are creating meaningful opportunities for young athletes through sports.

Each partnership represents a shared commitment to expanding access, investing in achievement and strengthening communities.

Stay tuned because we cannot wait to let you in on what is next.

09/07/2026

Lacrosse helps young athletes build more than athletic skills.

It teaches communication, resilience, leadership and the importance of working toward a common goal. Those experiences help shape confident athletes, stronger teammates and engaged members of their communities.

The opportunity to play can have a lifelong impact.

07/07/2026

06/07/2026

Every athlete deserves the opportunity to compete at the highest level.

That is why we are proud to support Alabama Adapted Athletics Summer Camp, whose mission is to provide youth athletes in wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis and para track & field with the same elite competitive experience as every other student-athlete.

By investing in organizations that expand access and remove barriers, we are helping create more opportunities for athletes to compete, grow and thrive.

Congratulations to Alabama Adapted Athletics on all you are accomplishing. We are honored to be part of your journey!

03/07/2026

Today, we celebrate Stephen.

July 3 is a special day for the Menzies family, our Foundation and everyone whose life has been touched by Stephen's legacy.

His passion for athletics, his generous spirit and his belief in the power of opportunity continue to inspire everything we do. Through every grant awarded, every young athlete supported and every community impacted, Stephen's legacy lives on.

Happy Heavenly Birthday to a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. Your kindness, passion and unwavering belief in the power of opportunity continue to inspire us every day. Thank you for the lasting impact you’ve made and for inspiring us all to RISE together.

03/07/2026

We are so proud to support great organizations like these!