The Leveling the Playing Field (LPF) program is dedicated to providing all children with an equal opportunity to participate in sports, regardless of their financial background. Founded in Baltimore, LPF recognizes that sports equipment can be expensive and strives to alleviate the financial burden on parents while giving kids a fair chance to thrive in youth sports.
Gym teacher Derrick McPhearson from Determined to Make a Change Inc. emphasizes the importance of sports in building confidence and discovering preferences. He believes that financial barriers should not prevent kids from experiencing the benefits of sports.
Donovan Dennis, the program director at LPF, highlights the impact that the organization has had in filling the void for kids who may not have access to sports equipment. LPF serves as a resource for children in under-resourced areas, providing them with both new and used sports equipment. The Baltimore location of LPF has collected a significant amount of sports and playground equipment, valued at over a million dollars. This equipment plays a crucial role in providing opportunities for children to develop skills and build confidence through sports.
Events like Pack the Park are essential in creating new opportunities for future generations by ensuring that all kids have access to the sports equipment they need to participate in youth sports and enjoy the benefits that come with it.
