The Joan Hanson Foundation is dedicated to increasing the opportunities for Madison area youth to participate in organized team or individual sporting activities. Integral to the foundation of a healthy, active lifestyle, youth sport experiences provide a source of recreation, improve health and fitness, and offer experiences in teamwork, cooperation, leadership, discipline, and confidence. Our focus is to engage children from financially challenged or disadvantaged backgrounds. The Joan Hanson Foundation offers these promising young athletes the opportunity to participate in organized sport.