Welcome to the website for the Neil J. Brassell Jr. Foundation for Youth Development. Established in 1998, the Foundation attempts to continue the legacy of the man for whom it was named. Neil J. Brassell Jr., among other honorable achievements, will always be remembered for his selfless dedication to developing, coaching and influencing the many young lives he touched. And so it became the objective of the Foundation to do the same. We invite you to learn more about this great man, the details of the Foundation named in his honor and ways you can help to make a difference.
The Neil J. Brassell Jr. Foundation for Youth Development was established in 1998 to provide funding for various young individuals and youth groups in the Philadelphia area.. This non-profit organization was created in honor of Neil J. Brassell Jr. and his lifelong dedication to coaching, developing and influencing the many lives he touched. The objective of the Foundation is simple; to assist in the academic, athletic and spiritual development of our youth. and our various outreach programs are in alignment with this objective.
In alignment with the Foundation's objective to "assist in the academic, athletic and spiritual development of our youth", a significant portion of the Foundation's funds are dedicated to providing scholarships for local Philadelphia scholars. The scholarship winners, selected based on scholastic and extra-curricular achievement as well as a written essay, are typically eighth-grade students entering into private high schools. Candidates must also receive letter(s) of recommendation from teachers at their respective schools which are considered during the selection process. Over the past few years, the Foundation has now awarded over $130,000 in scholarships and also supports gifts-in-kind to needy families, sponsored and supported little league teams as well as community activities and CYO programs.