Our Story. Our People. Our Promise.
A Lubbock-built nonprofit creating opportunity through basketball.
Our Story
Lubbock Lobos was founded to answer a simple question: what if every kid in our city — regardless of family income — had access to quality basketball, positive mentors, and a path to a brighter future? We started with a few players, a borrowed gym, and a belief that sports could change lives.
Today the Lobos compete across Texas and beyond, but our mission stays local: build character, encourage academics, and develop the next generation of leaders right here in West Texas.
Meet Our Leadership
To ensure every child, regardless of financial circumstances, has access to quality sports programs, positive mentors, educational support, and opportunities for lifelong success.
Empowering Lubbock youth through affordable basketball, mentorship, and leadership development that builds character, academic success, and lifelong opportunities.
- Integrity
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Accountability
- Respect
- Academic Excellence
Transparency & Accountability
Lubbock Lobos Youth Basketball Organization is a federally recognized tax-exempt nonprofit. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
- Tax Status
- 501(c)(3)
- Classification
- 509(a)(2) Public Charity
- EIN
- 39-2917880
IRS Determination Letter
Download our official IRS determination letter recognizing our 501(c)(3) status.
Download Letter (PDF)