MIES (Switzerland) – In 2024, the FIBA Foundation's 'Propose A Project' initiative reached unprecedented heights, underscoring basketball's global impact as a force for positive change.
Inspired by the belief that basketball is a powerful medium to educate and empower youth, the FIBA Foundation runs the ‘Propose A Project’ platform worldwide. The goal is to support initiatives that address the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), using basketball as a tool for positive change in their respective societies.
Last year, the platform received over 200 applications from 89 countries across all five continental regions, with Africa contributing 112 entries alone. This marked a 67% increase in applications compared to the previous year.
The Foundation's commitment to fostering social development through basketball was further demonstrated by a 100% budget increase for the 2024 cycle, alongside the distribution of 3,300 basketballs to support selected projects.
A total of 58 projects were approved, each addressing key social issues within the local communities.
The 2024 projects showcased basketball’s ability to inspire and unite, from local youth programs to nationwide movements. Some standout initiatives included:
Oceania: The Basketball Federation of Papua New Guinea tackled cyberbullying and school violence by promoting unity through sports.
Africa: The Algeria Hoops For Green hosted an event promoting inclusion and led a street-cleaning campaign.
Americas: Brazilian association Mudando O Placar organized a basketball tournament celebrating the transformative power of the game
Asia: The Hoops Club in Lebanon provided support and emotional relief to children victims of conflicts.
Europe: The Romanian Basketball Federation organized an event promoting basketball as an integral part of education and health.
Do you have a project that uses basketball to impact communities? Submit your proposal to the Propose a Project platform and make a difference with the FIBA Foundation!
The application window is open until 28 February - Don't miss your chance! Click here to bring your initiative to life!
*** The FIBA Foundation is the social and legacy arm of FIBA that addresses the role of sports and particularly basketball in society, preserving and promoting basketball’s values and its cultural heritage.
The FIBA Foundation believes that basketball has the power to empower, educate, and inspire youth and facilitates this by implementing Basketball For Good projects around the world.
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