OUR STORY
The Athletes Headquarters Foundation was incorporated on January 31, 2025, as an Illinois non-profit organization and operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation dedicated to improving the lives of youth through sports, health, wellness, and opportunity. Founded by Derek Shomon and Meagan Biebel, the organization was built on a simple belief:
POTENTIAL SHOULD NEVER BE LIMITED BY CIRCUMSTANCE.
Founded by Derek Shomon and Meagan Biebel—whose philanthropic journey began during their time at Glenbrook South High School in Glenview, Illinois—the Foundation is built on the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to live a healthy and active life, regardless of economic background. Derek and Meagan were inspired to address the disparity between youth who had ample access to extracurricular and fitness programs and those who could not afford them.
At the heart of the Foundation’s mission is the conviction that economic or logistical barriers—such as equipment costs, lack of transportation, or absence of coaching—should never prevent a child from developing healthy habits and life skills through sport and physical activity. The Foundation seeks to break cycles of obesity, inactivity, and health inequality by providing equitable access to fitness and wellness resources.
Derek Shomon currently serves as the hitting coach with the Chicago White Sox Major League Baseball Team, and Meagan Biebel is a retired champion Irish dancer. Together, they lead Athletes HQ Foundation in delivering programs that empower youth through sport, education, and mentorship.
WHAT WE DO
EDUCATION SUPPORT
Providing scholarships, academic enrichment opportunities, and resources that help youth succeed both in sports and in the classroom.
MENTORSHIP & LEARDERSHIP
Connecting young athletes with positive role models, coaches, and mentors who help develop confidence, resilience, and character.
CUMMUNITY IMPACT
Partnering with schools, organizations, volunteers, and community leaders to create meaningful opportunities for youth and families.
ATHLETE DEVELOPMENET
Supporting clinics, camps, training programs, and equiptment assistance that help athletes reach their full potential.
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MISSION
Creating equitable access to sports, health, and wellness opportunities.
OUR IMPACT
LIVES IMPACTED
COUNTLESS
Through scholarships, equipment assistance, mentorship, camps, clinics, and community programs.
100%
FOCUSED
On empowering youth to become healthy, confident leaders.
OUR PROGRAMS
Hands-on instruction led by coaches and professional athletes that help youth build atheltic skills and confidence.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT CLINICS
HEALTH & WELLNESS INITIATIVES
Events and educational programs promoting nutrition, mental wellness, injury prevention, and healthy living.
EQUIPTMENT & SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE
Providing finandical support and athletic equiptment to youth who otherwise may not have access to participation.
EXPERIENCES & OPPORTUNITIES
Providing unforgettable experiences that inspire and motivate youth, including professional sporting events, being-the-scenes tours, field trips, and community activities that broaden horizons and create lifelong memories.
OUR FOUNDERS
BUILT ON SERVICE. DRIVEN BY PURPOSE.
Derek Shomon and Meagan Biebel founded Athletes Headquarters Foundation with a shared passion for helping youth reach their full potential through sport and wellness. Their vision continues to guide the Foundation's commitment to creating opportunities, removing barriers, and empowering future generations.
IF YOU WANT TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS...
BE RELENTLESS IN PURSUIT OF WHAT YOU WANT.
- DEREK SHOMON
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION & IMPACT
The Athletes HQ Foundation is committed to removing barriers and promoting inclusion in every initiative it supports. We believe that access and encouragement can transform lives, offering youth not only the opportunity to excel in sports, but also the life skills and self-confidence necessary to thrive in society.
By engaging a strong network of volunteers, educators, mentors, and community partners, the Foundation ensures that its programs remain responsive to the evolving needs of the communities it serves. Opportunities created through our work aim to lift youth out of isolation, steer them away from negative influences, and introduce them to positive environments where they can build friendships, develop discipline, and discover their potential.
Funding and Sustainability
The Foundation secures funding through public support, including but not limited to direct mail campaigns, social media fundraising, special events, and grant requests to charitable organizations, corporations, and philanthropic foundations. In accordance with Section 501(c)(3) and Section 4942 of the Internal Revenue Code, the Foundation will distribute its income each tax year in a manner that aligns with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
