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S4 E35: Mentorship, Mental Health, and Making a Difference: Inside Shoot Basketballs NOT People
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In this episode of the Youth Power Podcast, we are joined by Gary Mills, founder of Shoot Basketballs NOT People, a Philadelphia-based organization dedicated to preventing violence and promoting positive change through basketball and mentorship. Gary discusses his background, the inspiration behind starting the program, and the various ways they engage with youth, including affordable basketball training, education workshops, leadership development, and mental health support. He also shares a success story of a young man who has excelled both on and off the court since joining the program. Throughout the conversation, Gary emphasizes the importance of being creative, taking actionable steps, and persevering in the non-profit space to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
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