News: Tiger Den Gear Exchange
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Tiger Den Gear Exchange: Give Gear. Get Gear. Grow the Game.
UPDATE: DECEMBER 2025
In the season of giving, Biddeford Recreation is offering sponsorship opportunities to support the Tiger Den Gear Exchange!
THE CHALLENGE: We’ve received an overwhelming number of requests from families — but not enough donated gear to meet the demand. That’s where our community partners come in. With your support, we can purchase new or lightly used gear to build our initial inventory, ensure all items meet quality and safety standards, and expand access to more sports for local kids.
We have created a sponsorship packet that includes information about current equipment needs, outlines sponsorship levels, demonstrates the positive impact donations can make, and other options for collecting equipment donations and hosting a gear drive.
To learn more: Click here for our Sponsorship Packet.
New Program launches Monday, August 4th, 2025!
Do you have gently used sports equipment your child has outgrown? Need gear to get your athlete started without breaking the bank? The Tiger Den Gear Exchange is here to help!
This community-based program collects, stores, and redistributes youth sports equipment, helping families save money, reduce waste, and keep kids in the game. From cleats and gloves to basketballs and shin guards, your donations can make a big difference.
HOW IT WORKS:
Donate: Drop off clean, safe, gently used equipment at the J. Richard Martin Community Center.
Browse: Families in need can request or pick up gear throughout the year at no cost.
Give Back: Items are reviewed for quality and safety before being shared with other players.
Together, we can make sure every child has access to the gear they need to play, learn, and grow. Let’s build a stronger team—one piece of equipment at a time.
Location: J. Richard Martin Community Center - 189 Alfred Street: Biddeford, ME 04005
Accepting donations: During office hours or by appointment - starting August 4th, 2025
Questions? Contact us at sports@biddefordmaine.org or 207-283-0841
LIST OF ACCEPTED ITEMS
SPORTS GEAR:
- Baseball/Softball: Gloves, cleats
- Soccer: Shin guards, cleats, soccer balls
- Basketball: Sneakers, basketballs
- Hockey: Sticks, skates
- Field Hockey: Sticks, goggles, cleats
- Flag Football: Cleats
- Lacrosse: Sticks, cleats
Other Gear:
- Snowshoes
- Tennis rackets
- pickleball paddles
- Disc golf discs
- Golf clubs
- Fishing poles
- Running shoes
- Track & Field items
Miscellaneous:
- New water bottles
- sports bags
- cones
- pinnies
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