ABOUT US
Rey Athletics Foundation was inspired by a simple but powerful reality: talented, dedicated young athletes are too often limited by financial barriers beyond their control. The foundation’s mission grew from witnessing firsthand how opportunities — even life-changing ones — can feel just out of reach for families, despite the discipline, effort, and commitment of their children.
What should be moments of pride and celebration can quickly become moments of stress and uncertainty when registration fees, equipment costs, and travel expenses stand in the way. These experiences revealed a deeper truth — that access to opportunity should never depend solely on financial circumstances.
We were established with a singular mission: to ensure that financial limitations never sideline a child’s potential. We believe the discipline, teamwork, confidence, resilience, and health benefits gained through sports should never be considered a luxury. They are opportunities every child deserves. By helping remove barriers and expanding access, we empower young athletes to pursue their passions with confidence while fostering self-belief, perseverance, and a sense of belonging that extends far beyond the game.
OUR VISION
“Rey” means King. At Rey Athletics Foundation, this meaning shapes everything we believe. We believe every child carries inherent worth, strength, and potential. Regardless of background or circumstance, children are not simply seen as athletes, but as individuals deserving of confidence, opportunity, and belief. Royalty, in its truest sense, is not about status — it is about value.
Our vision is a future where potential is not defined by resources, but by determination. Where greatness is measured not by circumstance, but by character, commitment, and heart. At Rey Athletics Foundation, we are proud to stand beside the next generation — nurturing confidence, creating opportunity, and reminding every child that their value is never defined by limitation.
Because every child is royalty. And every child deserves the chance to rise.
MEET THE TEAM
Samantha Rey
Founder & Executive Director
Lise Mannering
Operations Lead
Karen Rey
Youth Advocacy Specialist
Erin Thompson
Marketing Director