Our Vision
We Are Dedicated To Shaping Young Women Athletes Into Confident, Healthy, And Successful Leaders.
With more than 50 years of learning under Title IX, we are reminded of the continued need for diverse and equitable opportunity for all people. It is proven that youth athletics cements the foundation of character, leadership, and perseverance, values that mold young people into leaders for tomorrow.
Marvella Foundation was created in 2024 as the nonprofit affiliate of Marvella - The Girls Sports Leadership Experience. Marvella Foundation has an operating partnership with the Sagamore Institute, wherein Sagamore provides support services and promotes Marvella Foundation as a featured program of Sagamore. Marvella Foundation is managed as a fund within the Sagamore umbrella organization. Marvella Foundation has also partnered with the Jasper Newton Foundation as a fiscal sponsor for local and regional funding opportunities in Northwest Indiana.
the mission
To provide transformative sports leadership programs
To foster physical health and mental wellness
To build an inclusive athletic community
To provide a safe, family-friendly environment
To honor the legacy of women’s sports
Dr. Allison Barber recently joined @Linnea Jungnelius on the Brilliant People Podcast to discuss why Marvella exists—and why it's more crucial than ever.
The reality: 94% of female C-suite executives played sports, yet of the $40B families invest in youth sports annually, virtually none funds infrastructure specifically designed for girls.
Our response: Marvella—the first sports and leadership campus built entirely for girls. Because when we invest in girls' potential, we're investing in tomorrow's leaders.
This conversation perfectly captures why our mission matters.