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 Project TeamWorkThe Mission of Project TeamWork
Project TeamWork is a youth outreach and community service project sponsored by La Salle University's Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. Project TeamWork utilizes La Salle student-athletes and coaches as mentors and role models to youth who need academic, social, and/or emotional support. Who are Project TeamWork Mentors?Project TeamWork mentors are La Salle student-athletes and coaches who serve as mentors and role models for Philadelphia area youth. Student-athletes must meet program criteria and have an interest in helping children in the local community. Project TeamWork and the Philadelphia Community Project TeamWork supports the following community-based organizations and programs in the Philadelphia area:
Project TeamWork ServicesMentoring/Role Modeling: As mentors, La Salle student-athletes serve as peer advisors and as "big brothers or big sisters" to youth in the local community. TutoringStudent-athletes volunteer their time to tutor area youth in cooperation with the La Salle Mentoring Program. Campus VisitationsCampus visits are arranged to bring youth to the La Salle campus to experience college life and to make educational attainment a goal. Speakers BureauCoaches, athletes, professors and administrators speak with area youth about staying in school, leadership skills, and staying away from gangs, drugs, and alcohol to reduce "at risk" behavior. Clinics and WorkshopsMany athletic teams sponsor or participate in clinics which teach techniques and principles of their sport. Explorer Incentive ProgramProject TeamWork youth are provided with incentives for positive behavior (e.g., tickets to La Salle athletic events). Athletes and coaches encourage the setting and achievement of goals. Explorer KidsCorporate and individual levels of sponsorship allow children to attend athletic events and be recognized for their accomplishments. Adopt-A-School /Adopt-A-Center ProgramLa Salle teams and student-athletes will adopt area schools and youth centers and coordinate special programs for youth and their families. Be a Sponsor of Project TeamWorkJoin the La Salle University Division of Intercollegiate Athletics in supporting the educational and social needs of area youth. As a Project TeamWork corporate sponsor, you can donate resources or make a direct contribution to Project TeamWork and support the efforts of student-athlete mentors and area youth. Sponsorship Benefits Include:
How do I get involved in Project Teamwork?If you would like to become involved with Project TeamWork or become a sponsor, contact Dan Mannella, Director at (215) 991-3596 (or e-mail mannella@lasalle.edu) or mail your name, company, address, phone, fax, and E-mail to:
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