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Backyard Sports Cares

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Backyard Sports Cares

Backyard Sports Cares (BYSC) is the non profit (501c3) division of Backyard Sports, the leading prov

Who We Are:
Backyard Sports Cares (BYSC) is the non profit (501c3) division of Backyard Sports, the leading provider of community team sports programs for kids of all ages in Westchester County. Established in 2005, Backyard Sports is committed to replacing today’s “win at all costs” mentality of youth sports with an approach that promotes increased self confidence and a lifetime love of sports wh

ile maximizing the athletic potential of each participant. Backyard Sports Cares was created to bring these ideals to children who have limited access to traditional youth sports programs, including children with special needs. How We Do It
Backyard Sports Cares employs a dedicated group of skilled Teacher/Coaches who serve as instructors and role models. These professionals are assisted by young athletes and student leaders who volunteer as peer mentors. The program consists of weekly skill sessions and competitive game play for boys and girls in Pre K through high school. Current sports offerings include soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, fitness and martial arts. In addition to providing programs at our own facility, Backyard Sports Cares has partnered with schools and community agencies to offer on site early morning, recess, after school and summer sports activities. Our partners include:

School Districts:
Eastchester SEPTA
Mt. Vernon
New RochellePublic Organizations
NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
Scarsdale Recreation Department
White Plains Youth Bureau

Public Organizations:
NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
Scarsdale Recreation Department
White Plains Youth Bureau

Community Organizations:
Carver Center, Port Chester
Purchase College
United States Tennis Association (USTA)
Westchester Jewish Community Services) (WJCS)
YWCA of White Plains & Central Westchester

04/08/2026

Two weeks away from our Gala!! Get your tickets now!!

https://byardsportscares.org/benefit.html

03/04/2026

Join us for our Fourth Bi-Annual Backyard Sports Cares Benefit Gala

Our Backyard Sports Cares Benefit Gala will recognize and honor Andy Greene, former Board President of MVP Basketball Camp and Son of Founder Stan Greene, and Henry Chapman, former Board President of Backyard Sports Cares. All proceeds from the event will be used to help young athletes with limited access to community programs attend Backyard Sports Cares programs.

Learn more & get tickets: byardsportscares.org/benefit.html

12/30/2025

Anderson Foundation for Autism Awards $10,000 Grant to Backyard Sports Cares in White Plains

White Plains, NY and Staatsburg, New York…The leadership team and trustees of Anderson Foundation for Autism announced today that it has awarded a grant of $10,000 to Backyard Sports Cares.

Based in White Plains, New York, Backyard Sports Cares is a nonprofit organization that provides athletic programming to athletes who have limited access to traditional community sports programs.

Said Ray Wilcox, Chief Advancement Officer of Backyard Sports Cares, “Anderson Foundation for Autism’s grant will help us address critical gaps in service for children with special needs, who often do not have access to athletic experiences due to a lack of resources, support, and opportunities. With Anderson Foundation for Autism’s help, we can further our work in this area, and we are very excited to do so.”

Wilcox shared that grant funding from Anderson Foundation for Autism will allow Backyard Sports Cares to expand on its “Plus” program. “Adaptive sports and recreation will be offered on Sunday mornings to approximately 40-45 children ages 5-17. Additionally, through our Friday night special events, participants will enjoy memorable experiences in a fun, social setting that promotes physical activity and camaraderie.” The Plus program, according to Wilcox, is “also supported by our robust cohort of volunteers; we match neurotypical high-school athletes with our neurodivergent athletes on a one-to-one basis, thus creating long-lasting friendships and relationships that live past the duration of the program.”

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Read more: https://www.andersoncenterforautism.org/news/anderson-foundation-for-autism-awards-10000-grant-to-backyard-sports-cares-in-white-plains/

12/17/2025

Over 5,000 Westchester kids served each year by Backyard Sports Cares - children who have limited access to youth sports programs either because they live in underserved communities or are athletes with special needs. There is no participation fee for our after-school programs. That’s why we need your support to ensure the sustainability and continued growth of these valuable programs.

Donate today by visiting: https://byardsportscares.org/donate

12/02/2025

Join us in making a difference this GivingTuesday!

For many children throughout Westchester County, the end of the school day means the beginning of after-school activities. Some head off to music lessons, others to dance classes and many participate in private sports programs. However, for 11-year-old Maya, the situation is a little more challenging. Her parents face financial constraints that prevent them from providing these after school activities, and recreational programming is scarce in her neighborhood. This is where Backyard Sports Cares steps in.

To learn more about Maya’s story and to donate, visit: https://conta.cc/4iPuJNv

12/01/2025

We are deeply grateful to the Anderson Foundation for Autism for awarding Backyard Sports Cares a $10,000 grant in support of our Backyard Sports Plus Program! 💙💙💙

This generosity strengthens one of the most essential parts of our mission: delivering inclusive, adaptive sports and social opportunities for children and young athletes with special needs. The work of the Plus Program is truly crucial — providing confidence-building physical activity, meaningful peer interaction, and a supportive community where every athlete feels they belong.

With this support, we can continue offering weekly adaptive multi-sport sessions and monthly social events, all powered by our one-to-one volunteer model led by dedicated local middle and high school students.

Thank you to the Anderson Foundation for believing in this work and helping us expand these vital opportunities for our special needs community. Your partnership allows us to deepen our impact and build a more inclusive Westchester. 💙

11/25/2025

We’re gearing up for another round of sessions of our Sunday morning Adaptive Sports Program supporting our athletes/youth with special needs!!

Winter Registration is Live!! Don’t miss the opportunity for your athlete to experience our Plus program!!

Register: https://www.byardsportscares.org/registration.html

10/20/2025

We’re screaming THANK YOU to all of the families and volunteers that came to enjoy a night out on the ropes!! Over 20 special needs athletes were partnered with some amazing young men from the Harrison Huskies Football team, all having an incredible time at course at Purchase.

See you at the next event!!

10/14/2025

Only 2 sessions left of our Backyard Sports Plus adaptive multi-sports program — Sunday, Nov. 2 & Nov. 9! 🏀🎾⚽️

Families with a special needs athlete are encouraged to come join the fun, make new friends, and experience the joy of inclusive play! 💙

📍Purchase College | Sunday mornings
👉 Message us today to join or learn more!

10/13/2025

For 2hrs every Sunday, Backyard Sports Cares provides sports and recreation for Special Needs athletes at Purchase College. The Backyard Sports Plus program also features a 1:1 volunteer to athlete partnering ratio enabling long lasting relationships that live beyond the program.

This never feels like work ❤️❤️

09/30/2025

Scenes from our last Friday Night outting at Bowlero Bowling Lanes for our Backyard Sports Plus Program! Hope to see you at our next event!!

Special thanks to the Blind Brook Girls Varsity Soccer team for volunteering and working with our athletes!!

The Backyard Sports Plus program offers the opportunity for our athletes with cognitive, social, and behavioral challenges to enjoy a night out with their peers and volunteers once or twice a month.

Recognizing the profound impact sports can have on a child’s development, BYSC was created in 2009 with the commitment of providing high-quality sports and recreational opportunities to youth-athletes with limited access.

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White Plains, NY
10601

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19143044052

Website

https://byardsportscares.org/donate.html

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