Who we are

VA Hoops Fund was co-founded by siblings Viraj and Arya, from Chantilly, VA. They're two young basketball players with a serious passion for the game. Having played with multiple AAU and Travel teams from Reston to Fairfax to Vienna to Springfield, they've seen firsthand how much love and dedication kids put into basketball, during and outside of practices. But they also noticed something else: not every deserving player gets the chance to shine due to financial hurdles outside their control.

Inspired by their own experiences and a deep desire to help, Viraj and Arya decided to take action through VA Hoops Fund, a non-profit with a clear mission: to provide scholarships to underserved student-athletes.

Viraj

Viraj is a 7th grader and co-founder of VA Hoops Fund. He's played basketball for many years and numerous AAU teams. His interactions with players from different cities have given him a unique perspective on the financial challenges that kids face and drove him to establish a non-profit.

Arya

Arya is a 3rd grader and co-founder of VA Hoops Fund. She honed her dribbling skills while watching her older brother's games. She recently played up with the 4th grade Vogues National Team. Arya has a passion for community service and helping others.

Dhananjay (DJ)

DJ acts as the VA Hoops Fund Director. Having served as a coach and assistant coach for multiple AAU and FCYBL D1 Travel teams, DJ brings multiple seasons of coaching and relationships to the organization's mission. He is passionate about building a stronger community for student-athletes and bridging the financial gap for families in need.