Youth Softball Events
That Inspire, Empower & Connect
The NWF hosts a variety of events and experiences throughout the year, including summer camps, clinics, fundraisers, and more. Explore our upcoming programming below. More information and links to register will be added soon!
Explore Our Upcoming Events & Programming
OCTOBER
Donor Night
October 23, 2025
Join us for an inspiring evening with the Natasha Watley Foundation as we celebrate our mission, share impact stories, and honor the people who make our work possible. Donor Night is more than a celebration — it’s an opportunity for longtime supporters, new friends, and community champions to come together, connect, and see firsthand how we’re changing lives through sport, mentorship, and education. Whether you’ve been with us for years or are just getting to know NWF, this evening will leave you encouraged, connected, and inspired to be part of the movement.
Event Details
📅 Date: Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
📍 Location: Watch Me! Sports Bar (6527 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803)
⏰ Time: Happy Hour 4pm-7pm
🎟️ RSVP: Required (space limited)
Evening Highlights
- Warm welcome and socializing with NWF staff, board, and friends
- Inspiring program moments featuring NWF leadership and alumni stories
- Interactive opportunities to connect with our mission
- Networking with fellow change makers
- Raffle/Bingo engagement
Event Purpose
This gathering is designed to:
- Deepen relationships with current donors
- Introduce and cultivate new donors
- Educate attendees on NWF’s mission and impact
- Activate board members as ambassadors
- Spark follow-up engagement in giving, volunteering, and partnerships
Guest Experience
Expect an engaging, personal atmosphere with storytelling, mission moments, and opportunities to take the next step in supporting our work.
NOVEMBER
Community Wellness Day
November 1, 2025
Empowering the Empowerer’s
A free restorative event for LA-area youth development & girl serving organization leaders
The Natasha Watley Foundation is convening a special community wellness event for nonprofit professionals, youth advocates, and community leaders dedicated to empowering girls. This gathering offers space for reflection, renewal, and connection among those who so often put others first.
Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, November 1st, 2025
📍 Location: Cabrillo Beach Bathhouse | 3800 Stephen M White Dr | San Perdro, Ca 90731
⏰ Time: 11a-1pm
💲 Cost: Free (registration required)
Why Attend?
Youth-serving professionals are carrying extraordinary stress from funding challenges, social and political shifts, and constant community needs. This event is designed to:
- Care for the caretakers who sustain youth and girl empowerment work
- Strengthen networks among organizations dedicated to girls’ leadership and wellbeing
- Elevate wellness as leadership practice
Program Flow (120 Minutes)
- Welcome & Intention Setting
- Gentle Movement & Breathwork Session
- Dialogue Session: Sports Equity: Increasing Access to Youth Sports, led by Positive Coaching Alliance
- Panel : Beyond the Game: Building Safe, Supportive Spaces for Girls” How sports, mentorship, and community programs can prioritize not just skill-building, but also emotional wellness and leadership development.
- Closing Reflections
Expected Outcomes
✔ Renewed sense of encouragement and belonging
✔ Practical wellness tools to support sustainability
✔ Stronger peer connections across LA nonprofits
✔ Recognition for partners championing this cause
DECEMBER
Cocktails & Kicks Annual Fundraiser
December 3, 2025
An evening of impact and inspiration—join us for our annual gala-style fundraiser featuring cocktails, entertainment, and support for our growing programs.
Previous Events & Programming
August
Dodgers DreamTeam Scholar-Athlete Development Series
August 3, 2025
We’re teaming up with the Dodgers Foundation for a dynamic one-day clinic designed for Dodgers Dreamteam, and it’s focused on softball fundamentals, teamwork, and empowerment.
July
GPLA League Play
Begins July 5, 2025
Our 8-week Girls Play LA League kicks off, offering a structured, competitive season where girls can grow as athletes and leaders. Check out the locations below and register today!
PACIFIC REGION
- Algin Sutton RC | REGISTER
- Banning RC | REGISTER
- Green Meadows RC | REGISTER
- Gilbert Lindsay RC | REGISTER
- JT Harvard RC | REGISTER
- Rosecrans RC | REGISTER
- Ross Snyder RC | REGISTER
- Slauson RC | REGISTER
- South Park RC | REGISTER
METRO REGION
- Ramon Garcia RC – Registration Coming Soon
- Rio De Los Angeles RC | REGISTER
VALLEY REGION
NWF Summer Camp
July 21-25, 2025 | 9 AM – 4 PM daily
Rancho Cienega Recreation Center
Cost: $150
Our immersive Summer Camp returns for a week of skill-building, character development, and unforgettable team bonding both on and off the field.
There are limited scholarship spots available, please apply HERE.
JUNE
WCWS Watch Party
June 4, 2025
Come watch the Women’s College World Series with us at Watch Me! Sports Bar in Long Beach, CA. Cheer on the game, connect with fellow supporters, and celebrate girls in sport. Ticket proceeds go directly to the Foundation in support of its programs.
GPLA Clinics
Beginning June 18, 2025
Our signature Girls Play LA Clinics kick off for the summer, which offers softball training, leadership development, and mentorship for youth athletes.
