A Reno‑based nonprofit that uses basketball to empower local youth is confronting a setback that could derail a multi‑year dream of building the region’s first basketball‑only facility.
Alleged diversion of funds
Court documents allege that a representative of a flooring company siphoned the organization’s payment into a personal account, a claim the contractor disputes. Steve Humphreys, who was on parole at the time, is identified as the individual behind the diversion.
Delay and community impact
The contractor’s refusal to honor the original agreement forced the nonprofit to restart the flooring process, stretching timelines and straining relationships with the athletes and families who rely on the program.
Funding the finish line
Reno Tropics Basketball has launched a GoFundMe campaign aiming to raise $68,000 to cover the lost investment and complete the facility, with any surplus earmarked for youth programming and outreach.
Local supporters and regional partners have begun contributing, hoping the infusion of resources will restore momentum and preserve the nonprofit’s mission to provide a safe, structured environment for aspiring players.