We remove barriers so kids can play, develop, and grow through basketball regardless of income.

Our Mission

Stay The Coarse is a youth development nonprofit focused on expanding access to basketball-based training and mentorship. We exist to ensure that financial limitations do not prevent kids from participating, developing skills, and growing through organized sports.

What We Do

Stay The Coarse provides financial assistance and program support to youth and families who face cost barriers to participation. Support helps cover registration fees, equipment, training access, and participation-related expenses so every child has an opportunity to play and develop.

How donations are used

Donations directly support youth participation and development. Funds are used for program access, registration costs, equipment, training resources, and operational expenses necessary to deliver basketball-based development and mentorship in the community.

Leadership

Stay The Coarse is led by experienced coaches and community members committed to accountability, structure, and long-term youth development.

Thomas Higdon — President

Larry Davis — Secretary

Our Approach

Basketball is one of the primary tools we use to deliver structure, mentorship, and development. Stay The Coarse supports youth access to organized basketball opportunities, including training environments that emphasize discipline, teamwork, and personal growth.

Support the Mission

Your contribution helps remove barriers and creates opportunities for kids to participate, develop, and grow through basketball and mentorship.

Need Assistance?

If financial cost is preventing participation, families may apply for support. Each request is reviewed based on available resources and community need.

Contact

Email: staythecoarse@gmail.com

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri