Kickball Jamboree Raises Funds for Cheer Divine
Community members gathered in Greenville to support Cheer Divine Athletics, a nonprofit expanding access to competitive cheer.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Divine Royalty Experience Kickball Jamboree took place Sunday afternoon in Greenville, North Carolina, with community members taking to the field to raise money for Cheer Divine Athletics. The nonprofit, founded by Johnyce Sharpe, aims to increase access to competitive cheer for athletes of all financial backgrounds.
Why it matters
Sharpe started the team because there were not many competitive teams in the Greenville, Winterville, and Pitt County area. The fundraiser helps the organization build its programs for local young athletes.
The jamboree's total proceeds were not disclosed in the available reporting. Cheer Divine Athletics serves children of all ages, with athletes such as 14-year-old Jayla Holden competing on its roster.
The players
Cheer Divine Athletics
A nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to competitive cheer for children of all ages in the Greenville area.
Johnyce Sharpe
Founder and executive director of Cheer Divine Athletics, who started the team to give athletes of all financial backgrounds a chance to compete.
The details
Community members took to the kickball field Sunday to raise money for Cheer Divine Athletics, a nonprofit that partners with vendors and other local organizations. Shontae Brock serves as the organization's community liaison.
Timeline
Sunday (November 8, 2026): Kickball jamboree fundraiser held in Greenville.
November 10, 2026: Cheer Divine Athletics plans to officially launch its all-star program.
Near future: The organization hopes to move into a physical building.
Market Landscape
Cheer Divine Athletics is responding to a shortage of competitive cheer teams in Greenville, Winterville, and Pitt County, as identified by its founder. Its planned all-star program would add a competitive option in an area where such teams were limited.
Families in Greenville, Winterville, and Pitt County seeking competitive cheer for children have a new program option approaching its November 10, 2026 launch. Local residents who want to support the organization can take part in future fundraising events aimed at moving into a physical building.
The takeaway
Community fundraisers like this one can help small nonprofits expand access to activities that families might otherwise struggle to afford. Residents interested in youth sports can look for local programs that offer options regardless of financial background.
What happens next
Cheer Divine Athletics plans to officially launch its all-star program on November 10, 2026.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Witn.
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