The Choose Gang Free program improves community wellness by empowering at-risk and gang-involved youth through education, family support, and the promotion of pro-social behaviors grounded in choice, self-discipline, and purpose.
In a unique and collaborative partnership, Choose Gang Free Case Managers are employed by Salt Lake County and work in close coordination with the School Districts in Salt Lake County, Juvenile Justice Youth Services, Juvenile Probation, DCFS, and a network of community-based agencies serving at-risk and gang-involved youth. This interagency approach enables comprehensive support that bridges education, justice, and social service systems, ensuring that youth receive consistent guidance and access to the resources necessary for long-term success and community safety.
Choose Gang Free is a multi-faceted gang prevention and intervention program that use the following strategies:
Choose Gang Free follows the “What Works Principles” and Best Practices of OJJDP and uses an evidence-based curriculum, to include case management and after care services to at-risk and gang involved youth.
Choose Gang Free is owned by the Salt Lake Area Gang Project and has full license and copyrights to the program and program materials.
8th Annual Gang Prevention Awareness Week Celebration & Sports Clinics
Join us for a FREE community event celebrating sports, family, and positive connections! Choose Gang Free Presents the 8th Annual Gang Prevention Awareness Week Celebration & Sports Clinics, featuring free basketball and soccer clinics for youth ages 7-12.
The event will also include a car show and free community celebration with local vendors and resources, lowriders, music, free food, free haircuts, a graffiti wall, temporary tattoos, yard games, Unified Sports, an SRO vs. Sheriff exhibition game, and much more!
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Location: Redwood Recreation Center
3060 Lester St., West Valley City, UT 84119
Schedule:
Basketball
AGE GROUPS & TIMES
7-8 YEAR OLDS- 10:00AM-11:00AM
9-10 YEAR OLDS- 11:00AM-12:00PM
12:00PM FREE LUNCH
11-12 YEAR OLDS- 1:00PM-2:00PM
Soccer
AGE GROUPS & TIMES
11-12 YEAR OLDS- 10:00AM-11:00AM
7-8 YEAR OLDS -11:00AM-12:00PM
12:00PM FREE LUNCH
9-10 YEAR OLDS- 1:00PM-2:00PM
Best of all, this event is completely FREE! Bring the family, enjoy a day of sports and community, and help us promote positive choices and gang prevention.
Space is limited for the sports clinics, so don't wait—register today! Join us for a fun-filled day and be part of the celebration!