501(c)(3) Nonprofit · New York City · Est. 2021
Empowering youth athletes through sports and community events, so no child is kept off the field by financial hardship.
About Us
Founded in 2021
Metro United Sports is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving student-athletes and families in our community.
Our goal is to ensure that no child is denied the opportunity to play sports due to financial hardship. We believe sports provide structure, discipline, and inspiration that help young people succeed both on and off the field.
Our Mission
Our mission at Metro United Sports Unlimited is to cultivate an inclusive sports community that empowers individuals of all backgrounds to discover their potential and strive for excellence.
Through teamwork and a commitment to those in need, we unite in sports, fostering personal growth and societal contribution.
Programs & Initiatives
Hundreds of athletes since 2021
A signature event where players participate at no cost. Each athlete receives free uniforms, hats, meals, and a professional media day experience.
Open to student-athletes across New York City, celebrating talent, teamwork, and community.
Annual food, equipment, and toy drives providing essential support to families during times of need.
Metro United has raised funds to help families cover school tuition, sports fees and equipment, and food. Hundreds of student-athletes have been positively impacted since 2021.
Scholarship Program
No child should be kept from playing because of money. Metro United helps student-athletes and families facing financial hardship stay in school and in the game.
Who can apply
How to apply
Applications are reviewed by the Metro United team.
A Message from Our Founder
“This mission is deeply personal to me. As a young athlete, my family faced significant financial and health challenges that made it difficult to afford tuition and sports fees. During that time, a generous individual stepped forward to support us, lifting a tremendous burden from my family.
That experience left a lasting impact on me. It not only allowed me to continue my education and athletic journey, but it also instilled in me a profound sense of gratitude and responsibility.
Today, I am committed to paying that kindness forward by ensuring that other student-athletes facing similar hardships are given the same opportunities to succeed, grow, and pursue their dreams.”
Bobby Glennerster Jr.Founder, Metro United Sports
On the Field
Monthly Giving
Twenty dollars and twenty-one cents, for the year Metro United was founded. Your monthly gift helps a student-athlete stay in the game.
Get Involved
To continue and expand our mission, Metro United is seeking funding and strategic partnerships to reach more families and deepen our community impact across New York City.
By partnering with Metro United, you help create meaningful pathways for young people to thrive on the field, in the classroom, and within their communities.
Your support will make it possible to:
Together, we can ensure that every student-athlete has the opportunity to succeed, no matter their circumstances. Join us in our mission to UNITE the community through sports.
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Any amount helps cover uniforms, fees, equipment, and meals for student-athletes.
Metro United Sports is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. [PLACEHOLDER: EIN XX-XXXXXXX] [PLACEHOLDER: confirm tax-deductibility wording & receipt process for Venmo gifts]
