About

In 2006, local radio personality Rashan Ali founded Sporty Girls Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia to provide young African-American girls the opportunity to participate in non traditional sports – those not popular in the African American community.  A life-long competitive swimmer and recipient of a four-year swimming scholarship at Florida A & M University, Rashan knew that one day she would want that same opportunity for other girls like her.  Not only did she want young girls to swim, but also learn to play, soccer, golf and tennis. Through Sporty Girls she has been afforded the opportunity to introduce young African American girls to an unconventional way to participate in non-traditional sports.  

In 2008 Sporty Girls, Inc. successfully completed its first  programs, smade possible through our generous donors and grants.  With the “It’s A Girl Thing” program, Sporty Girls was able to serve over 30 girls from the metro Atlanta area.  This year, we hope to take Sporty Girls, Inc. to newer and greater heights with the implementation of Sporty Girls Camp Elite.

The benefits of participating in the Sporty Girls program are numerous.  SGI will expose the girls to sports not traditionally offered in DeKalb and Fulton public schools.  On a very basic level, participants in Camp Elite will benefit physically by being active during the camp duration.  Since each girl will also be awarded a year-long scholarship, continued physical activity for each girl throughout the year will be ensured.  It is our hope to decrease obesity among young girls and increase their knowledge in making healthier lifestyle decisions. 

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The "Sponsor A Sporty Girl" Annual Fundraising Campaign

Participation in non-traditional sports can be expensive.  We believe exposure is key to developing successful athletes and that every young girl, despite economic and social backgrounds, should have the opportunity to excel in the sport of her choice.   

Our goal is to engage 40 girls in Camp Elite, free of charge. But we can’t do this without your help!

We've set up sponsorship levels to make giving easier.  Support levels range from the cost of sending one girl to Camp Elite to purchasing her equipment for the program.  You can also give any dollar amount which can be applied to any Camp Elite expense of your choice.  

Click here to make your contribution today!  

Meet Our Board

Our Board of Directors represent the best and brightest of Atlanta's young business professionals and philanthropists. We are so proud to have them on our team!     

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