@wearesanctuary

We Are Sanctuary operates from Arlington, Virginia as a youth development organization integrating competitive sports, faith-based programs, and international service opportunities. The organization runs Blackrock Athletics basketball leagues serving elementary through high school students, while coordinating mission trips to the Dominican Republic for participants aged 18-35. Their partnership with Blackrock Church enables both local athletic programming and global outreach initiatives. The basketball leagues provide structured competition through Blackrock Athletics, focusing on skill development and team participation across multiple age divisions. Mission trip participants engage in community service projects during their time in the Dominican Republic, working alongside local partners. These international experiences combine hands-on volunteer work with cultural immersion programming. We Are Sanctuary's programming model connects athletic training, spiritual formation, and cross-cultural service within the Arlington community. The organization facilitates year-round basketball leagues through Blackrock Athletics while coordinating international mission experiences. Local youth participate in structured sports programs while young adults access opportunities for global engagement and community service.