GTZ Athletics GTZ Athletics was founded in 2023 through a grant from Nevada’s First-Generation Network at the University of Nevada, Reno. What began as a small effort to support a handful of student-athletes quickly grew into a vital support system for hundreds of youth in Reno and Sparks. We saw a need for students with potential but without access to consistent academic support, mentorship, or guidance about life after high school.

So we became the missing piece.
 Learn More Futures Worth Investing In Every tutoring session.
Every family meeting.
Every conversation about goals.

It all adds up to brighter futures, stronger communities, and opportunities that change the trajectory of a young person’s life.

HELP US REACH MORE STUDENTS GTZ Athletics GTZ Athletics was founded in 2023 through a grant from Nevada’s First-Generation Network at the University of Nevada, Reno. What began as a small effort to support a handful of student-athletes quickly grew into a vital support system for hundreds of youth in Reno and Sparks. We saw a need for students with potential but without access to consistent academic support, mentorship, or guidance about life after high school.

So we became the missing piece.
 Learn More Futures Worth Investing In Every tutoring session.
Every family meeting.
Every conversation about goals.

It all adds up to brighter futures, stronger communities, and opportunities that change the trajectory of a young person’s life.

HELP US REACH MORE STUDENTS GTZ Athletics GTZ Athletics was founded in 2023 through a grant from Nevada’s First-Generation Network at the University of Nevada, Reno. What began as a small effort to support a handful of student-athletes quickly grew into a vital support system for hundreds of youth in Reno and Sparks. We saw a need for students with potential but without access to consistent academic support, mentorship, or guidance about life after high school.

So we became the missing piece.
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Our Mission

To support student-athletes from low-income and first-generation backgrounds through academic tutoring, mentorship, and athletic guidance, while actively involving families to create strong support systems at home, in school, and in sports.

Our Vision

A future where every student-athlete, regardless of income or background, has the knowledge, support, and confidence to pursue their goals in education, athletics, and life.

You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone

For Student-Athletes

Balancing school, sports, and life can feel overwhelming. GTZ Athletics is here to help you stay on track, improve your performance, and plan your future.

We help with:

  • Tutoring and grade improvement
  • Athletic development and training guidance
  • Goal setting and motivation
  • Understanding college and career pathways
  • Building confidence and leadership skills

Whether you want to play sports in college, join a trade, or explore new opportunities.
We help you create a plan that works for you.

Start Your Journey

238
student-athletes supported
100%
graduation rate
68
students joined academic and cultural clubs
57
students successfully moved on to high school with confidence
18
Months

Read more about it in our 2023-2024 Impact Report

GTZ Athletics Impact Report

*This data was collected during the time the grant was funded from 2023-2024.