Building Memphis’ Field of Dreams: A Call to Action for Our Youth
Non Profits | April 08, 2025
Sports aren’t just games—they’re tools for transformation. Studies show that kids engaged in athletics are less likely to drop out of school, join gangs, or face incarceration.

Written by: JR Robinson

What We’re Building—And How You Can Help

For too many children in Memphis, dreams are stifled by zip codes. But right now, we have a chance to change that. The Charles Greenhill Field of Dreams Youth Development Park—a 16-acre, multi-sport complex in Frayser—will be a beacon of hope, offering football, soccer, track, walking trails, and safe spaces for kids to thrive. This is more than a field; it’s a lifeline.

The land is secured. The vision is clear. Now, we need youClick the button below the video to donate or sponsor today. Every dollar brings us closer to breaking cycles of poverty and violence through sports, mentorship, and community.

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Why This Matters Now More Than Ever

Memphis’ youth face staggering challenges:

Sports aren’t just games—they’re tools for transformation. Studies show that kids engaged in athletics are less likely to drop out of school, join gangs, or face incarceration. This field will be a sanctuary where cops coach, mentors inspire, and kids discover their potential. The time to act is now.

A Community-Driven Legacy: Sgt. Craig Littles’ Fight for Our Kids

This project is fueled by decades of grassroots dedication. Retired Sgt. Craig Littles, a Memphis police veteran and founder of the Sheriff’s & Police Activities League (MSPAL), has spent 27 years turning trauma into triumph. His programs have:

Littles’ work proves that change starts when communities unite. Now, we’re taking his vision further—transforming a flood-damaged stadium into a symbol of resilience.

The Crisis No One Else Will Fix

Memphis’ youth are caught in a perfect storm:

This field isn’t just about sports—it’s about dignity, safety, and a future. As Sgt. Littles says, “We can’t wait for someone else to save our kids. We are the someone.”

#BeAmazing Together: The Final Push

We’ve raised $39,000—but we need $800,000 to break ground. Here’s how you can help:

No child’s dream should be deferred by circumstance. Let’s build this field—and a brighter Memphis—together.

Click below to give now. Because when we invest in our youth, we invest in us all.

 

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