Using Athletics to Cope

Mission: To empower youth aged 12–18 in Kingsport, TN, by promoting athletics as a powerful tool for mental health, resilience, and personal growth. Vision: To foster a healthier, more connected future where every young person has access to supportive athletic mentorship, enhancing their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Using Athletics to Cope is a Kingsport-based nonprofit that empowers youth to manage stress, build resilience, and develop life skills through structured athletic mentorship. By combining movement with mental health support, we provide a safe, supportive space for youth to thrive—physically, emotionally, and socially.