Global Youth Project (GYP) is excited to announce the launch of the First Annual SEA-PAC CLASSIC & OUTREACH, featuring the “HOOPS FOR HOPE” Charity Basketball Tournament on
Saturday August 18th, 9:00am-7:00pm at Seattle Pacific University Royal Brougham Pavilion. HOOPS FOR HOPE (H4H) will feature an eight-team basketball tournament. Each team will be from different locations throughout the city, primarily youth who are currently or formerly from targeted youth violence hotspots. The basketball festivities
will create an atmosphere in which youth and adult mentors can work together to reduce violence. GYP will focus on supporting reconciliation and creating an environment for youth to grieve together, establish bonds with one another, and commit to becoming leaders in curbing gun violence in their communities.

This is a demonstration of hope. A youth organization, whose goals are to unify and commemorate those who have been lost or effected by violence, can come together to promote reconciliation and peace in our city. The impact of an annual citywide event is essential to counteract the growing problem of violence in Seattle. It is our hope to engage the youth culture of Seattle by initiating the 1st Annual SEA-PAC CLASSIC & OUTREACH featuring the HOOPS FOR HOPE basketball tournament to be held at SPU so youth can be exposed to a college campus and the possibility of a college education. YEEE!