Vicksburg resident creates a nonprofit to provide used sports equipment for kids in need

Vicksburg resident Danielle White has started a nonprofit for local kids who need sports equipment called Play It Forward.

The nonprofit will collect used sports equipment that others are willing to donate and provide it to children whose parents may not have the resources to buy it new.

”I wanted to give back to kids that want to play sports but maybe cannot afford the equipment,” White said. “Some parents have more than one kid so this will also be a good way to help.”

White is willing to hold on to all sports equipment that is donated until someone mentions that they need equipment for a sport. Equipment for football, baseball, softball and soccer are all needed, she said.

”By having this equipment, it gives kids an option to play sports which opens doors for future scholarships, building great relationships with coaches and also promotes healthy activities,” White said.

White is holding her first equipment drop-off for those who are willing to donate on Aug. 15  at 2 p.m.at Elevate Church of Vicksburg (3527 Manor Drive). She requests that all donations be in good condition and clean before dropping it off at the church.

If you have equipment to donate and can’ t make the drop off, or if you need equipment, message Danielle White through her Facebook page.