Backyard Games of America - Providing scholarships and support for at risk youth

BYGA PO Box 1836 • Henderson, KY 42419 (270) 316-5536 • Email

  • Backyard Games of America is a 501(c)(3) public charity with a worthy mission. This page will provide an overview of the spirit of the activities of Backyard Games of America.

Backyard Games of America’s purpose is to assist and encourage youth through mentoring, training, and financial support to help them become successful adults and contributing members FA society.

The Backyard Games Board of Directors
Lawrence Butler, President
Diane Butler, Secretary
Dorothy Black, Treasurer

Regional Board Members:
Errol Butler - Indiana
Andrew Mansholt - Illinois

Click here to fill out an application/survey online to become a member of the board or one of our committees.
Click here to download the application/survey as a PDF file.

Welcome to Backyard Games of America's home on the web

Backyard Games of America (BYGA) is a 501(c)(3) public charity. All donations, bequests and gifts are tax deductible under section 170 of federal code. BYGA was formed to help provide at risk youth with financial and moral support to gain a solid education and build the necessary foundation for success.

Scholarships and activities for our students and affiliate causes are financed by fund raisers, tournaments and raffles. Your donations are welcome at any time.

Congratulations to Kristin Alexander We Are Proud to be a Part of this Shining success story. Read her latest update here.

Backyard Games of America will be hosted their annual Girls Basketball Tournament the weekend of June 3rd through June 5th

Watch this space for an announcement of winners and photos.

Details Coming Soon on 2011 BYGA Boys' Basketball Tourney.

Mens' BYGA 2011 Basketball Tourney was held May 13th -15th in Bolivar, TN.

Watch this space for an announcement of winners and photos.

Want to become a part of our team?

Click here to fill out an application/survey online to become a member of the board or one of our committees.
Click here to download the application/survey as a PDF file