Summer Season ’25 – Philadelphia Youth Basketball Summer Program Offerings

Here’s a glimpse of what we offer:

Programs for youth ages 5-19

• Early Years Development Day Camp: For youth in grades K-5th, combining academic enrichment with recreational activities while focusing on preventing the summer slide in reading, promoting growth in STEM, arts, and social-emotional learning.
• Lace Up Learn Up Summer Camp: Lace Up and Learn Up (LULU) Summer Camp is designed for rising 3rd to 9th graders, offering a blend of basketball skill development, physical fitness, and off-court enrichment.
• Summer League: Evening Summer Academy League is the perfect opportunity for athletes of all levels to improve their game, make new friends, and compete in a fun, supportive environment.
• Summer Teen Rec Night:  A basketball-centered mentorship program that harnesses the unifying power of basketball and a safe “third space” to develop young people grades 9th-12th into the next generation of leaders.
• Financial Literacy: Gain essential knowledge on managing money, budgeting, and planning for a secure financial future.
•  Work-Based Learning: Acquire hands-on experience and explore career opportunities through internships, job shadowing, and more.

And much more! Our programs are designed to provide valuable skills, experiences, and opportunities that will benefit youth both now and in the future.

Apply For Scholarships!

Important Information:

To be eligible for a scholarship award, you must:

• Schedule and attend an appointment.
• Complete the online application

Scholarship Coverage:

Scholarships awarded for this cycle will be valid from June 2025 through May 2026, covering the following seasons:

• Summer
• Fall
• Winter 1
• Winter 2
• Spring

What You’ll Need:

Please have the following required documentation ready before your appointment:

• Income Verification (choose one):
  • Recent tax return
  • W-2 form
  • Three consecutive pay stubs
• If applicable:
  • Unemployment, Disability, or SSI Benefits Planning Query Letter (must be on official letterhead; snap card photos will NOT be accepted)
• If you have no income and did not file taxes, include a written explanation.

Apply and schedule your appointment here: https://form.jotform.com/250134615884155

We invite you to learn more about our offerings and get involved with our community. For additional details and to sign up for our programs, please visit our website at phillyyouthbasketball.org