3rd Annual "RVA Ball For A Cause"

Charity Basketball Game

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RVA Ball For A Cause annual charity game was established in 2016. A group of native Richmond residents came together to address some of the biggest issues facing the city of Richmond. They agreed to host an event in which different communities in Richmond and surrounding counties could come together to support a great cause. ClimbingTreesDaily, BrandNewWave Barber and Natural Hair Salon, and Marquee Sports and Events will organize the 3rd annual RVA Ball For A Cause charity basketball game.

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There were many events previously held in Richmond that served as inspiration for creating this charity event. Musicians, professional basketball players, business owners and known public figures have come together each year to make this event a success. Some of the most well-known Richmond artists/entertainers and basketball players will team up and compete in the RVA Ball For A Cause basketball game. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the Ben Wallace gym.

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RVA Ball For A Cause purpose:

➢ Raise mental health awareness

➢ Collect school supplies to donate to an elementary school, middle school, and high

school;

➢ Establish a “RVA Ball For A Cause: Back to School” fund for students

 

Revenue generated from RVA Ball For A Cause will directly impact less fortunate students in Chesterfield County, Henrico County and Richmond public schools. In addition to donating school supplies to students, the “RVA Ball For A Cause: Back to School” fund will help support students unable to pay class due/fees, unable to afford school lunch, unable to pay college application fees, and provide assistance to families facing financial hardship. independence. According to the Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, African Americans are 20% more likely to experience serious mental health problems than the general population. Our goal is to raise mental health awareness within the Richmond City area and surrounding communities by providing information about mental health services (who, where, and how to obtain help).

 

Host: Jayo

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Event Planner: ClimbingTreesDaily 

 

Basketball Game Coordinator: Marquee Sports  

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Major Sponsors: BrandNewWave Barber & Natural Hair Shop, ClimbingTreesDaily, Marquee Sports, DTLR, Mr. Good Evening, Richmond Elite and Ten10 Ent !

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Interactive activities for kids, vendors, raffles, panel discussion and more !