ABOUT US
WHO WE ARE
The BMS Project is a nonprofit, diverse organization made-up of partners, affiliates, community leaders, business people, philanthropists and mental health professionals across the U.S. We are also parents and coaches who support competitive endeavors while remaining sensitive about the potential impact on mental health.
WHAT WE DO
The BMS Project assists organizations, institutions, youth leagues, parents and coaches to create positive, safe and balanced, healthy, competitive environments in which young participants can thrive, develop and grow. We assist in the early identification of potential life-satisfaction concerns, then provide simple, step-by-step, practical advice and assistance aids; as well as “next-step” resource suggestions.
In 2024, The BMS Project introduced its innovative, Play Safe 2Day Athlete Safety and Well-being “Program-in-a-Package;” which will include a early season team meeting handout/pledge; along with midseason and postseason Athlete well-being surveys, as well as distribution of “Help a Friend 2Day” stickers. Additionally, an elite athletes’ module will be added late 2024.
HOW WE DO IT
The BMS Project provides educational and other resources for four categories of stakeholders: 1) Children (ages 4-9), Adolescents (10-13), Teens (14-17) and Adults/Elite Athletes (18 and above). The Children’s Program focuses on literacy, safety and well-being. The Adolescents Program addresses and encourages positive adult behavior and support for young athletes. The Teen Program emphasizes mental health and suicide prevention. The Adult/Elite Athletes’ Program likewise emphasizes mental health and well-being, however with a broadened scope of adult subject matter. Our early-step safety and well-being programs are simple and easy to maintain. The Teen Program utilizes The Four Pillars: I. An Introduction, II. Pledge, III. Surveys and IV. Stickers. The Adolescents Program utilizes Positive Advocate Tips Sheets for parents, coaches, related parties and guests, as well as officials. We then provide next-step suggestions to assist users further quest for assistance, as needed.
WHERE WE ARE
Our Corporate Headquarters is located in Kansas City, Missouri, but our Executive and Advisory Boards consist of members located throughout the U.S. We work nationally through existing youth organizations, affiliates, institutions and other nonprofit organizations that share our ideals and common goals. Our initial local chapters are located in Kansas City, Missouri and Nashville, Tennessee.
HISTORY
The BMS Project was incorporated in January of 2022. The original emphasis of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization was to address mental health and suicide prevention concerns for young athletes and their families utilizing concierge-like educational advice and “next-step” suggested resources.
In 2023, it was decided to broaden the mission of the project to assist youth sports advocates to create positive, safe competitive environments and experiences. Subsequently, spirituality resources were also added as part of the suggestions and advice offered by The BMS Project. The BMS Project currently addresses sexual misconduct, bullying/hazing, child abuse, addictions/substance abuse; as well as continuing to promote mental health awareness and how to find and vet therapists/counselors. Additionally, resources have been added to address physical well-being concerns such as concussions and suggested recovery down times.