Easton, Massachusetts – Easton Wings of Hope successfully hosted its first-ever Volley4Hope volleyball tournament on Saturday, April 18 at Oliver Ames High School, bringing together local organizations, students, and families in support of youth substance use prevention.

The event welcomed 88 players across 13 teams, representing a wide range of community groups including Bridgewater State University School of Social Work, Stonehill College, Bank of Easton, Old Colony YMCA, Father Bill’s & Mainspring Brockton, Boston Church Bridgewater, Iron Tiger Robotics Team, Oliver Ames High School teachers and alumni parents, and the Easton Middle School Health Club. An additional 23 volunteers supported the day.

Volley4Hope raised over $6,000 with proceeds directly supporting Easton Wings of Hope’s mission to prevent youth substance use through education, awareness, and advocacy efforts.

The tournament also reflects the dedication of community members like Steve Barth, an Easton resident who first approached Easton Wings of Hope a few years ago about bringing it back. Previously known as Spike Night and hosted by the Foundation for Excellence in Education in Easton, it was reimagined and relaunched through that initial outreach. His initiative and continued support helped lay the groundwork for what has now become Volley4Hope.

Local sponsors and contributors also played an important role in supporting the effort, including Bank of Easton, Red Ball Promotions, Morse Insurance Agency, Family and Community Resources Inc., Belfort Group, Bloom Aesthetics & Wellness, Easton Lions Club, Tutor Doctor, Easton DEI Parent Group, Old Colony YMCA, Oliver Ames Volleyball Boosters, and New England Carpet and Flooring.

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