Mission Statement
The Kortright Kares Foundation's mission is to uplift and empower underserved student-athletes through a comprehensive approach beyond Athletics. Our primary focus is to provide athletic opportunities and robust education support, mentoring, tutoring, college counseling, and career exploration to ensure their holistic growth and success. By offering tailored support and resources, we aim to equip these talented individuals with the tools to excel academically and achieve their dreams beyond the playing field.
Who We Are
At The Kortright Kares Foundation, we stand united in our belief that education and athletics can be catalysts for personal growth and positive change. Together with our dedicated team and supporters, we work tirelessly to cultivate leaders who will succeed in their endeavors and leave a profound legacy of empowerment and inspiration in their lives.
We believe that athletics can serve as a powerful tool for personal growth and development, and we are dedicated to providing the support and resources necessary to help our students succeed both on and off the field
Our programs are designed to foster the values of character, leadership, and service, instilling in our students a sense of confidence and purpose that will serve them well throughout their lives.
Our Inspiration…
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Jose Luis Kortright
Jose Luis Kortright was fondly known as “Wicho” to those he touched in the community. When he passed away on September 21, 2014, the support from family, friends, former players, and well-wishers from the community was overwhelming. Witnessing such heartfelt appreciation encouraged his wife Lydia-Esther Kortright, also known as “Mama Queen,” and his seven children to start the Foundation in his honor.
Mr. Kortright was one of those great coaches who was blessed with the ability to unlock what is bound up in others and used that opportunity to teach the youth in his community valuable life skills, determination, commitment, and integrity. He used athletics as a tool to engage young athletes because, just like in life, athletes experience the highs and lows of the game. Mentoring through sports to help young people develop character was his passion. Mr. Kortright was unwavering in his commitment to his family and community. He felt together, they shape who we are, instill us with values, define, and teach us about what is possible.
The Kortright Kares Foundation hopes to inspire and enable young athletes from all backgrounds, including those with economic limitations. Kids experience the joys and camaraderie of their athletic experiences, pushing each one to discover how capable they are with Mr. Kortright as their inspiration. His story is all about “Being your best self!”
Mr. Kortright was one of those great coaches who was blessed with the ability to unlock what is bound up in others and used that opportunity to teach the youth in his community valuable life skills, determination, commitment, and integrity. He used athletics as a tool to engage young athletes because, just like in life, athletes experience the highs and lows of the game. Mentoring through sports to help young people develop character was his passion. Mr. Kortright was unwavering in his commitment to his family and community. He felt together, they shape who we are, instill us with values, define, and teach us about what is possible.
The Kortright Kares Foundation hopes to inspire and enable young athletes from all backgrounds, including those with economic limitations. Kids experience the joys and camaraderie of their athletic experiences, pushing each one to discover how capable they are with Mr. Kortright as their inspiration. His story is all about “Being your best self!”
Meet Our Team
Ken Kortright: Founder
Alexis Gonzalez: Ambassador Liaison |
Monica Kortright: Co-Founder.
Sean Montelavo: Community Relations Coordinator
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