501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Support Team USA

Help us send the best deaf basketball players in America to the world stage. Every dollar, every sponsor, every volunteer makes it possible.

Your Impact

Why Your Support Matters

USA Deaf Basketball is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We rely entirely on donations, sponsorships, and community support to fund our national program.

$3,500
Average cost per athlete to compete internationally
4
National teams competing on the world stage
100%
Volunteer-run organization
501(c)(3)
Tax-exempt nonprofit — donations are deductible

Fundraising Campaigns

Active Campaigns

Join a specific campaign and help us hit our goals before the next international competition.

Urgent Deadline: March 1, 2027

Send Team USA to the 2027 DIBF World Championships

$12,400
raised of $80,000

Our flagship campaign to fund all four national teams' travel, accommodations, uniforms, and competition fees for the 2027 DIBF World Championships. Help us make history.

15% fundedGoal: $80,000
Deadline: October 1, 2026

2026–27 National Tryout Tour

$3,200
raised of $15,000

Fund regional tryout camps across the country so we can identify the best deaf basketball talent regardless of geography. Covers venue rental, staff travel, and athlete subsidies.

21% fundedGoal: $15,000
Deadline: Ongoing

Youth Development Scholarship Fund

$5,800
raised of $25,000

Provide financial assistance to young deaf athletes who cannot afford tryout fees, travel, or gear. Invest in the next generation of Team USA players.

23% fundedGoal: $25,000

Sponsorship

Sponsorship Opportunities

Partner with USA Deaf Basketball and align your brand with athletic excellence, inclusion, and the deaf sports community.

Presenting Sponsor
$25,000+
  • Logo on all team uniforms
  • Title naming rights for one national team
  • Premier logo placement on website and all marketing
  • Social media features and dedicated posts
  • On-court signage at all USA Deaf Basketball events
  • VIP access to national team events
  • Press release announcing partnership
  • Annual impact report
Gold Sponsor
$10,000
  • Logo on team warm-up gear
  • Featured logo placement on website
  • Social media recognition
  • Signage at national events
  • Invitation to team events
  • Annual impact report
Silver Sponsor
$5,000
  • Logo on website sponsors page
  • Social media recognition
  • Acknowledgment at national events
  • Annual impact report
Bronze Sponsor
$2,500
  • Logo on website sponsors page
  • Social media thank-you post
  • Annual impact report
Become a Sponsor

Contact us at [email protected] to discuss custom packages

Our Sponsors

Thank You to Our Sponsors

These organizations and individuals make USA Deaf Basketball possible. Join them.

360 Direct Access
Rylo
Nike
USA Basketball
Molten

Volunteer

Volunteer with Team USA

USA Deaf Basketball is powered by volunteers. Whether you have a few hours or a few hundred, there's a role for you.

Event Staff

Help run national tryout camps, training events, and community outreach. Roles include check-in, logistics, and athlete support.

Event-based (1–3 days)

ASL Interpreter

Provide ASL interpretation at tryouts, team meetings, media events, and community programs. Certified interpreters preferred.

Flexible

Social Media & Content

Help tell the Team USA story through photography, video, social media management, and content creation.

Ongoing, remote-friendly

Fundraising & Development

Support grant writing, donor outreach, fundraising campaigns, and sponsorship prospecting.

Ongoing, remote-friendly

Team Travel Coordinator

Coordinate logistics for national team travel to international competitions — flights, hotels, ground transport, and visas.

Competition cycles

Board & Committee Member

Serve on the USA Deaf Basketball board of directors or a standing committee (governance, finance, competition, marketing).

Ongoing, ~5 hrs/month

Team Store

Official Team Store

Rep Team USA and support the program. Official USA Deaf Basketball gear — jerseys, tees, hats, and more.

The official USA Deaf Basketball team store is coming soon. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when it launches.

Team USA Jersey
Coming Soon

Team USA Jersey

Official replica jersey in navy and red

TBD
USA Deaf Basketball T-Shirt
Coming Soon

USA Deaf Basketball T-Shirt

Classic tee with the official logo

TBD
Team USA Cap
Coming Soon

Team USA Cap

Structured cap with embroidered logo

TBD
Supporter Hoodie
Coming Soon

Supporter Hoodie

Pullover hoodie in navy with red accents

TBD

Get in Touch

Questions about donating, sponsoring, or volunteering? We'd love to hear from you.