The RVN3 Foundation in Payson, AZ is a non-profit organization dedicated to using sports as a means to promote education and support the youth in the Rim Country. With a focus on keeping kids in sports and helping them maintain high grades, the foundation aims to provide financial assistance for athletes in need, covering fees, equipment, travel costs, and sports-related injury expenses. By affiliating with sports, the foundation believes it can motivate kids to excel academically, keep them out of trouble, and build their overall confidence.
The foundation was inspired by the life of Richard Vernon Nielsen III, affectionately known as Bubba, who was a passionate athlete involved in various sports. Bubba's dedication to sports taught him valuable qualities of teamwork, leadership, and confidence, which he carried throughout his life. In memory of Bubba and with the support of the community, the RVN3 Foundation was established to provide financial support to families and teams, ensuring that sports remain a priority in their small hometown and offering opportunities for academic and athletic success.
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