Sports Bridge International Foundation · Lagos
Bridging communities through sport. Creating pathways through opportunity.
Sport is more than competition — it is a universal language of belonging, opportunity, and transformation. At Sports Bridge International Foundation, we harness the power of sport to empower underserved communities, support migrant integration, develop young talent, and create pathways to education, employment, and social inclusion.
Who we are
Sport as a Tool for Change
Formerly known as RERNCO Sports Academy, Sports Bridge International Foundation was established to create inclusive sporting ecosystems where young people, underserved communities, and migrants can thrive.
We believe sport has the unique ability to:
- Unite people across cultures
- Build confidence and resilience
- Create access to education
- Improve mental and physical wellbeing
- Develop employability skills
- Strengthen social cohesion
Our mission is simple: to leverage sport as a platform for social impact, economic empowerment, and cross-cultural integration.
Our Story →Participation
Open, low-barrier entry points so no one is left on the sidelines.
Development
Coaching, sports science, mentorship and scholarships.
Inclusion
Programmes designed for girls, migrants and underserved communities.
Opportunity
Pathways into education, employment and the wider sports economy.
What we do
Six programmes. One mission.
Flagship Programme
Sport Without Borders.
A flagship initiative supporting migrant communities through sport as a means of integration, healing, and belonging. Sport is one of the most powerful tools for integration — helping migrants build relationships, learn the culture, and feel a genuine sense of belonging. By bringing migrants and host communities together on the field and court, we turn shared play into shared community.
“What we launched in Lagos is more than a sports facility; it is a scalable platform that merges sport, enterprise, and social impact in a way that reflects the future of community development.” Rerhe Idonije,
Managing Partner, Sports Bridge International
A recent tournament brought together players of many nationalities and professional backgrounds — underscoring sport's role as a platform for networking, wellness, and international exchange.
- Tournaments designed specifically for migrant communities
- Workshops for mothers and female migrants
- Multi-sport pathways — golf, badminton, swimming and more — as tools for finding friends, learning the culture, and integrating into society
- Support that goes beyond the social: helping people discover new ambitions, find work, and support their mental health
Our impact
Impact Beyond The Game
Our work goes beyond participation — we create life-changing opportunities.
- Youth development and mentorship
- Community sports inclusion
- Women and girls participation in sport
- Migrant integration through sport
- Sports entrepreneurship and employability
- Education and leadership development
Get involved
THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU ON THIS TEAM.
Join a Program
- Our programs are open, supportive, and built around your growth. Find sport, mentorship, and a community that believes in you.
Volunteer
- Share your time and energy. We welcome volunteers for events, coaching support, administration, and community outreach.
Become a Mentor
- Guide a young person's journey. Mentors offer encouragement, advice, and access to opportunity — and often find the experience as rewarding as those they support.
Partner With Us
Built for impact. Open for partnership.
We collaborate with organisations, brands, institutions, and development partners committed to creating impact through sport. There's a place for you in this mission.
Partners & endorsements
The institutions who believe in what we’re building.
Endorsed by
Nigerian Squash Federation
Badminton Federation of Nigeria
Private-sector partners
Communities reached
