Building Pathways. Strengthening Futures.

Bridgewater Academy empowers underserved youth through basketball, education, mentorship, and community engagement, creating pathways to academic, athletic, and personal success.

Who We Are

Bridgewater Academy is a nonprofit youth development organization committed to helping underserved young people reach their full potential. Through structured programs, caring mentors, certified educators, and community partnerships, we create supportive spaces where youth can learn, lead, and thrive.

Our Impact

450+ Youth and Young Adults Served

Serving Communities Since 2008

Local and International Programs

Featured Programs

Pathways to Readiness

Pathways to Readiness supports youth and young adults ages 11 to 24 through age appropriate academic support, mentorship, leadership development, career exploration, and basketball engagement. The summer track serves youth ages 11 to 17 twice weekly, with collegiate and post-collegiate support expanding as funding becomes available.

Stay Focused Mentoring

Stay Focused Mentoring provides tutoring, small group mentoring, life skills, leadership development, and workforce readiness support. Certified educators and caring mentors help students strengthen academic performance, build confidence, set goals, and prepare for future opportunities.

International Basketball and Academic Placement

International Basketball and Academic Placement connects promising student athletes with educational and athletic opportunities in the United States and abroad. Bridgewater Academy provides mentorship, placement guidance, showcase support, and assistance navigating prep school, college, scholarship, and professional pathways.

Spring 2027 Youth Basketball Tournament

Bridgewater Academy is preparing a regional youth basketball tournament that will bring together middle and high school athletes for competition, leadership, and community connection. The official date, North Carolina venue, team registration, and sponsorship details will be announced soon.

Get Involved

Whether you are a parent, student, coach, educator, volunteer, sponsor, or community partner, there is a place for you at Bridgewater Academy. Join us in creating meaningful opportunities that help young people learn, lead, and thrive.