North Alabama · Est. 2025
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The Foundation
What is the November Saturdays Foundation?
The November Saturdays Foundation is a sports-driven nonprofit that creates opportunities for belonging, mentorship, and achievement through sports, education, and community support.
Where did the name “November Saturdays” come from?
The name represents the feeling the foundation was built to carry: sports, warmth, community, and people choosing to show up for one another.
Is November Saturdays a registered nonprofit?
Yes. The November Saturdays Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our EIN is 34-4305087.
Where is the foundation based?
We are rooted in North Alabama, with a vision to grow beyond the region as the mission and our capacity expand.
Giving
What does “Give a Saturday” mean?
Give a Saturday means giving your time, resources, relationships, or influence to the mission. One act of showing up can help change the direction of a child’s life.
How can I make a donation?
Donations can be made securely through the Give a Saturday page on our website.
Where does my donation go?
Donations help fund youth sports access, equipment and registration fees, direct family support, community events, mentorship, and the operational structure required to serve people consistently.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Donations are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult a qualified tax professional regarding your individual situation.
Can I donate goods, services, or equipment?
Yes. We welcome in-kind support when it matches a current need. Use our contact page to tell us what you would like to provide so we can confirm whether it is a fit.
Programs
What programs does November Saturdays offer?
Our work includes youth sports access, the Bridge Initiative, mentorship, family and community support, events, and mission-aligned storytelling through ex.clusively: beyond the game.
What is the Bridge Initiative?
The Bridge Initiative provides practical support for youth athletes and their families. That support may include sports fees, equipment, transportation-related barriers, family assistance, and mentorship.
What can Youth Sports Access help cover?
Depending on the need and available resources, support may include registration fees, equipment, uniforms, footwear, or other practical barriers that prevent a child from participating.
Who may be considered for support?
Children, families, and individuals facing a genuine need may be considered. Each request is reviewed based on mission alignment, available resources, urgency, and our ability to provide meaningful support.
How do I request support for a child or family?
Start through our contact page. Share enough information for our team to understand the need, the timeline, and the kind of support being requested. Submission does not guarantee funding.
Get Involved
How can I volunteer?
Visit our contact page and tell us about your interests, availability, and skills. Volunteer opportunities may include events, mentorship, outreach, operations, or other mission needs.
How can my business or organization become a partner?
Partnerships may include sponsorships, in-kind support, event collaboration, employee engagement, professional services, or long-term community investment. Visit our Partner With Us page to begin.
Can I sponsor an event or specific program?
Yes. Sponsorship opportunities vary by event and program. Contact us to discuss current opportunities, available benefits, and the area of impact that best aligns with your goals.
How can I stay updated on events and opportunities?
Follow the November Saturdays Foundation on Instagram and TikTok, and check the Events page for current announcements.
The Podcast
What is ex.clusively: beyond the game?
ex.clusively: beyond the game is a women-led sports culture platform hosted by Kensley Tolliver and Olivia Blankenship. It explores identity, pressure, culture, purpose, and the person underneath the helmet.
How does the podcast connect to the foundation?
The podcast extends the mission through storytelling. It creates space for honest conversations about the human experiences surrounding sports while helping people see athletes, families, and communities more fully.
Where can I watch or listen?
Episodes are available on YouTube and major podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.
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