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Ball4Good Event Benefits Total Ministries

We are happy to share that the proceeds from our Cornhole Patrol tournament went to Total Ministries. The organization provides food and financial services to our neighbors in Spartanburg County experiencing hardship. Learn more about Total Ministries here.

A big shoutout to all the teams that participated in the tournament.

Ball4Good Donates to Total Ministries. Pictured – Cam Srivastava, Andre Nguyen, Karine Nguyen, Charity Metcalf

Thanks to the leadership team for planning and executing the event.

Planning Committee

  • Bryce Knight
  • Houston Johnson
  • Cam Srivastava
  • Dominique Quinonez
  • Andre Nguyen
  • Karter Glymph
  • Anna Beeson
  • Noah Hazel
  • Mya Feguson
  • Ford Daniels
  • Trinity Metcalf
  • Micah Kennedy

Youth Advisory Committee

  • Adom Appiah
  • Karine Nguyen
  • Charity Metcalf
  • Maxwell Booker

We are grateful to Spartanburg Day School for providing us with a location to host the event.

To support Ball4Good, click here.

Ball4Good Presents Cornhole Patrol

Ball4Good is happy to announce a brand new fun raiser – Cornhole Patrol! An idea suggested by Spartanburg Day Senior Houston Johnson, the team is busy preparing for the November 13th event.

Cornhole Patrol Flyer Designed by Karter Glymph of Spartanburg High School

To sign up a team of four, contact info@ball4good.org. Teams will pay a $20 entry fee.

In addition to the games, the organization will also provide refreshments at the $5 per person event. Attendees are welcome to donate a minimum of two canned goods in place of the $5 entry fee.

The event will be held at 3:00 PM EST at the Dorrance Plaza of Spartanburg Day School on November 13th.

Come enjoy some popcorn, corndogs, games, fun, and more.

2022 Request for Proposals – Ball4Good

Ball4Good is inviting applications from eligible organizations that would like to apply to receive a grant to support direct services. The application is now open and due by 11:59PM EST on November 15th, 2022. 

Eligibility 

Ball4Good considers only those organizations and institutions that are recognized as 501(c)(3) non-profit and/or tax-exempt entities providing services to the residents of Spartanburg County, South Carolina. By meeting these criteria, certain institutions, and organizations located outside 

Spartanburg County may be eligible for funding; however, funding is restricted to benefit Spartanburg County only. Organizations that serve multiple counties must clearly show that the funds will remain in Spartanburg County.

Please email proposals to info@ball4good.org by 11:59PM EST on November 15th, 2022 

Process 

Applications will be reviewed by a Grants Committee representative of students who reside in Spartanburg County. Students across the county will vote for the final recipient. 

SEE DETAILS HERE

Introducing the Ball4Good 2022/23 Grants Committee

Meet our Grants committee! We want to thank all of them for the work and investment they put into Ball4Good. They all went through their training with the Spartanburg County Foundation to prepare for the 2022/23 grants cycle. We have the chance to have a diverse committee which includes students from Spartan High, Dorman, Spartanburg Day, and Byrnes High School. Our committee includes:

  • Cam Srivastava 
  • Houston Johnson 
  • Ford Daniels 
  • Anna Beeson 
  • Dominique Quinonez 
  • Micah Kennedy 
  • Karter Glymph 
  • Andre Nguyen 
  • Trinity Metcalf 
  • Noah Hazel 
  • Mya Ferguson

Our liaison is Wofford College student, Bryce Knight.

Finally, our Grants Advisory Committee is composed of Adom Appiah, Maxwell Booker, Karine Nguyen, and Bryce Knight.

Congratulations to all!

Submitted by Ali Kajdas,USC Upstate

Ali Kajdas of USC Upstate Joins Ball4Good Media

We welcome Ali Kajdas to the Ball4Good media team.

Recommended by Mrs. Kim Land, a University of South Carolina Upstate (USC Upstate) Senior Instructor of Marketing, Ali is pursuing a double major in Accounting and Marketing. She will be in charge of Ball4Good’s social media through December 2022.

Born and raised in France, Ali moved to the United States in 2019. She is looking forward to being more involved in the community.

Welcome Ali!

Charles Blue and Joseph Gray to Ref Ball4Good Game

Ball4Good Advisor and Dorman Head JV Basketball Coach, Charles Blue has offered to be a referee during the upcoming Ball4Good Celebrity Basketball Game. He will be joined by former Spartanburg Day Middle School Coach – Joseph Gray. The game is slated for July 10th at Spartanburg Day School.

Coach Blue Pictured with Ball4Good Founder, Adom Appiah
Coach Gray Speaks at a Book Launch

Ball4Good to Hold 2022 Celebrity Basketball Game

The Ball4Good Celebrity Basketball Game will be held Sunday, July 10th, 2022, at Spartanburg Day School. This event will feature Spartanburg community leaders and residents playing in an action-packed basketball game to raise money for local nonprofits. In addition to youth groups, Spartanburg’s own Mayor Jerome Rice will be exhibiting his skills on the court!

This year’s grant winner is Brother’s Restoring Urban Hope (BRUH Mentor). Honorees are SC School for the Deaf and Blind Foundation, Citizen Scholars, and Brown Girls Read.

Don’t miss a fun afternoon for a good cause. RESERVE YOUR TICKET OR DONATE HERE.

Stay tuned for players, coaches, and cheerleader information.

To play or participate in the games, please email info@ball4good.org.

This event is made possible with the help of:

  • Gerrish Milliken Foundation
  • United Way of the Piedmont
  • Atchison Transportation
  • Spartanburg County Foundation
  • Spartanburg Day School
  • Beeson Family
  • Spartanburg Nephrology Associates
  • Paul and Nancy Cote
  • Vice Bailey Automotive
  • Elliott and Michel Stone
  • Katherine O. and Bert D. Barre Family Fund
  • Appiah Family
  • Paul and Stan Baker
  • Fogarty
  • Bopp
  • The Barnet Foundation Trust
  • Barney and Elaine Gosnell
  • Jaime Wall
  • Elaine Freeman
  • Mary Thomas
  • Fidelity Investments
  • Park National Bank
  • Booker Family
  • City of Spartanburg

RESERVE YOUR TICKET OR SUPPORT HERE.

Judah McJimpsey Commits to Howard University Football

Judah McJimpsey Commits to Howard University Football (Photo Credit – Valdez McJimpsey)

We are happy to share that Grants Committee member, Judah McJimpsey will be pursuing his academic and athletic career at Howard University.

A member of the 2022 Spartanburg High School graduating class, Judah’s best attributes include a strong work ethic, dedication to achievement, and an optimistic attitude. He desires to help those who struggle mentally and emotionally by becoming a leader in the field of mental health and wellness. A disciplined player who is adaptable and versatile, Judah is a servant leader who excels on and off the field.  Congratulations Judah.

Ball4Good Grants Committee Member- Judah McJimpsey and Founder – Adom Appiah