The OCASE Foundation Inc.

Founded in 2009, the OCASE Foundation Inc. empowers Washington, DC communities to build healthy, safe, and educationally vibrant environments through the unifying power of sports.

Mission

To unite students from every District of Columbia school—public, private, and independent—by leveraging athletics as a catalyst for learning, character development, and lifelong leadership.

Vision

A Washington, DC where every young person, regardless of background or school affiliation, thrives academically, athletically, and personally, inspired by community-wide support and shared opportunity.

Core Goals

• Promote and facilitate equitable access to high-quality education for all DC students.

• Build and sustain a coalition of coaches, educators, administrators, and allied professionals.

• Create dynamic forums for idea-sharing, best practices, and collaborative problem-solving among coaches, parents, and students.

• Identify, mentor, and develop future leaders in education, coaching, and public policy to ensure lasting impact.

Values

• Inclusivity: Welcoming every child and stakeholder into our programs.

• Collaboration: Partnering with families, faith groups, businesses, and neighbors.

• Excellence: Striving for high standards in athletics, academics, and character.

• Leadership: Cultivating tomorrow’s changemakers in sports and education.

How to Use This Narrative

• On your website’s “About Us” page to immediately convey purpose and impact.

• In grant applications to clearly outline mission, vision, and measurable goals.

• As the opening for donor pitches, sponsorship decks, or community presentations.

• In social media campaigns, distilled into shorter posts or shareable graphics.