Justin Halliday is the founder of Project Beisbol, a nonprofit that empowers youth in Latin America through baseball and softball. Project Beisbol has grown programmatically and geographically over the last 15 years, expanding from Nicaragua to Colombia, Brazil, and now Mexico. The organization provides equipment, educational programs, and leadership development opportunities for youth in underserved, underprivileged portions of the countries. On this episode, Justin also discussed his journey an the importance of taking risks and following your passion to make a difference in the world.

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Takeaways

• Project Beisbol empowers youth in Latin America through baseball and softball, with a focus on positive social change and hemispheric unity.

• Justin Halladay believes everyone has the right to explore their potential

• Obtaining equipment and managing logistics have been ongoing challenges for the organization.
• Baseball in Brazil has great potential and could become a leading country in the sport
• Building trust in the communities is crucial, and it is built through consistent unconditional serving.
• Project Beisbol has expanded its programs and impact to Nicaragua, Colombia, and Brazil, providing equipment, educational programs, and leadership opportunities for youth.
• Project Beisbol offers great internship opportunities
• The organization is in a growth stage and focused on scaling and raising funds
• Taking risks and following your passion can lead to making a difference in the world

Sound Bites

• "Project Beisbol’s mission: Empower boys and girls through baseball, softball, and education programs."
• "Everyone should have the right to explore their potential, and Project Beisbol provides the opportunity to do so."

• "We're sitting down with them and having lunch and talking and playing baseball with the kids. And we’re still not asking for anything."
• "Start with serving."