Community connection
Help bring people together through accessible experiences.
BOLT Gaming FoundationPlay • Connect • Inspire
Building stronger communities through esports.
We bring people together while expanding access to education, technology, leadership, and essential workforce skills.
501(c)(3) public charity•Issaquah, Washington
01Learn
Build practical skills through play.
02Connect
Create belonging and shared purpose.
03Grow
Turn experience into opportunity.
Our mission
BOLT Gaming Foundation strengthens communities through esports by expanding access to education, technology, leadership development, and workforce skills.
What we do
Programs built for real opportunity.
Gaming is the entry point. Education, confidence, community, and career-ready skills are the outcome.
01Education
Beginner to Pro
Free, structured coaching that builds esports fundamentals, communication, strategy, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
View program02Access
Bright Minds Bright Future
Educational microgrants that help students cover approved costs for school, training, technology, and career development.
View program03Community
Community Esports Event Development Program (CEED)
Foundation-operated online and in-person tournaments that connect communities with leadership, media, and event-production experience.
View program04Opportunity
Travel Assistance
Need-based help that expands access to educational competitions, conferences, workshops, and leadership opportunities.
View programSkills that travel
More than a tournament.
Participants practice the same skills that help people succeed in school, work, and everyday life.
CommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingLeadershipDigital mediaEvent production
Partner with purpose
Your support creates visible, measurable community impact.
Partner with BOLT Gaming Foundation to connect new communities, strengthen your company's local reputation, and support education and workforce development.
See ways to supportMeaningful recognition
Be featured across event promotions, signage, and livestreams.
Impact reporting
Receive a report showcasing the results made possible by your support.
Our foundation
Community first. Opportunity always.
BOLT Gaming Foundation is an IRS-recognized public charity using esports as a platform for education, leadership, digital literacy, and community development.
Our Board provides governance, financial stewardship, strategic oversight, and accountability so every program remains connected to our charitable mission.
Natasha TriplettChief Executive Officer
Darrion TriplettExecutive Director
Kori GosaSecretary
Rochelle SmithTreasurer
Youth safety commitment
Safe play. Clear boundaries. Trusted support.
BOLT Gaming Foundation is committed to safe, inclusive, age-appropriate, and appropriately supervised programs for every young person we serve—online and in person.
Guardian involvement
We require appropriate parent or guardian consent and clear program information for youth participation.
Prepared adults
Coaches, staff, and volunteers serving youth are screened, trained, and expected to follow defined conduct standards.
Safer communication
Program communication uses approved, moderated channels with firm boundaries on private adult-to-minor contact.
Respectful conduct
Abuse, harassment, bullying, discrimination, grooming, doxxing, and retaliation are not permitted.
Privacy by design
Participant information is handled carefully, and games and platforms are selected with age and safety in mind.
Report and respond
Concerns are taken seriously, documented appropriately, and addressed through established reporting and response procedures.
Questions or concerns?
Report a concern or request the full policy.
Parents, guardians, participants, and community members may contact Darrion Triplett, Executive Director. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911 or the appropriate local authorities.
Make an impact
Help us create the next opportunity.
Support may fund educational programs, student assistance, tournament access, technology, and community events.
Checks may be made payable to
BOLT Gaming FoundationMemo: General Charitable Donation or the supported programGet in touch
Let's build opportunity together.
For partnerships, sponsorships, programs, and general questions, contact our Executive Director.