Layla’s Hope Elite is a youth basketball program created through Layla’s Hope, an initiative of the Mental Health Transformation Alliance (MHTA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Layla’s Hope Elite was built on a simple but powerful belief — every young person deserves a chance to belong, grow, and succeed.

This program provides more than basketball. It creates a safe, structured, and supportive environment where youth and young adults, including those who are street-connected, experiencing instability, or at risk of negative influences, can build confidence, develop life skills, and connect with positive mentors. Through practices, games, and team engagement, players gain:

• A sense of belonging and teamwork
• Positive mentorship and role models
• Opportunities to build discipline and leadership
• A healthy outlet for growth and self-expression

For many of our athletes, Layla’s Hope Elite is more than a team — it is a family, a support system, and a pathway to something greater.

As the team continues to grow, we are committed to expanding opportunities to reach more youth across the Tri-Cities community and beyond.