Our Mission
Our Mission is to develop the skills, knowledge and character necessary for success in youth in underserved Birmingham neighborhoods. This program works with many aspects of the lives of the young people involved. We want to eliminate the negative behaviors and cultivate in our youth, positive social behavior and work ethics. To instill in them traits like: honesty, courage, compassion, responsibility and leadership, increased self-esteem, self-sufficiency, and self-control.
“...Changing Lives, one child at a time.”
Who We Are
Partners In Neighborhood Growth, Inc. (PING) is a multi-purpose, multi-sports, not-for-profit organization, originating as a youth program in April 1981. PING was formed in response to an outburst of youth crime in the summer of 1980.
What We Do
We offer various co-ed athletic leagues to include: basketball, softball, T-ball, volleyball, flag football, soccer and on occasions, golf and tennis. Other activities offered include table games, weightlifting, exercise classes, table tennis and air hockey.