The project has continued to grow in 2007 with 130 basketballs already distributed to children in grade 6 in 5 different inner city elementary schools including Pinkham, Mulvey, King Edward, Machray and Wellington Schools.

In the next couple of weeks, several dozen balls will also go to kids in summer programs at Dufferin and Norquay Schools with more balls planned for programs at Magnus Eliason Recreation Centre and Rossbrook House later in the summer.

The target heading into 2008 will be to distribute 500 basketballs on an annual basis.

The program is in need of more volunteers and financial resources. Those interested or able to help can contact Dennis at 888-6336 or

Project organizer Dennis Bayomi commented, "During my visits to the schools, it's become all the more obvious they really need our help. From the principals' reports, the kids were ecstatic to receive a basketball at the end of their time at those schools!  I'd especially like to see us be able to fix up and expand their outdoor basketball play areas for next year!"

"Full Court Fundraising Drive" for Inner City Kids project

Basketballs for Inner City Kids is starting its "Full Court Fundraising Drive", hoping to raise funds to pay for the 150+ basketballs it distributed this past summer, and to help purchase several dozen more for programs including Rossbrook House's inhouse basketball league. For more information, please visit our website at BasketballsForInnerCityKids.com - donations can be made by cash, cheque, or PayPal. People looking to support the project can make a donation to the cause to the right side of the screen!

For further information, please contact:

Dennis Bayomi
Basketballs for Inner City Kids Project Coordinator

(P) 204-888-6336

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Adam Wedlake - EMAIL
Basketball Manitoba – Executive Director
(P) 204-925-5775 www.basketballmanitoba.ca