Donald Deibler, a Pennsylvania business owner with roots in Donaldson, is raising awareness about the value of community support, volunteering, and participation in local youth sports.
HEGINS, PA, August 26, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ — For Donald Deibler, youth sports are about much more than the final score. They can give young people a place to be active, build friendships, work with others, and become part of their community.
Deibler, a business owner and Business Manager of All Stars Ice Cream and Cafe Bakery, is encouraging families, businesses, coaches, and other community members to consider how they can support youth sports in their own towns.
“Sports gave me something positive to focus on when I was younger,” Deibler said. “If we can help local kids have those same opportunities, that matters.”
Youth Sports Can Create Opportunities Beyond Competition
Deibler grew up in Donaldson, Pennsylvania, with his parents and five siblings. Sports were a major interest throughout his childhood.
Those experiences helped shape his belief in teamwork. Today, that same idea is reflected in both his business career and community involvement.
Deibler volunteers as a youth sports coach and helps ensure his businesses contribute to local youth programs, including Tri-Valley Little League.
“When you coach kids, you see how important encouragement can be,” Deibler said. “You want them to learn how to work together and keep improving.”
Research supports the broader importance of keeping young people active. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says children and adolescents ages 6 to 17 should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day. Regular activity can support stronger muscles and bones, cardiovascular fitness, brain health, attention, memory, and academic performance.
Organized sports can be one way for young people to get that activity.
However, participation is not universal. Federal data cited by the Aspen Institute showed that 54% of U.S. children ages 6 to 17 played on a sports team or took sports lessons in 2022. That was down from 58% in 2017. The national Healthy People 2030 target is 63%.
For Deibler, those numbers highlight why local support still matters.
Donald Deibler Encourages Community Involvement
Deibler believes supporting youth sports does not have to involve a major program or large organization.
His own involvement has included coaching and supporting local teams through his businesses. He also volunteers at St. Peter’s UCC.
“A business is part of the community around it,” Deibler said. “You have to remember the people who support you and find ways to support them too.”
That philosophy mirrors his approach to business.
Deibler is also involved with Dead Horse Beer & Burritos, which is owned by his wife. He has supported his wife and family in bringing the business vision to life. His approach is hands-on, including stepping into the kitchen to help when needed.
“I’ve always believed that you have to be willing to help where the work is happening,” Deibler said. “It doesn’t matter what your title is.”
He sees community involvement in much the same way. Rather than waiting for someone else to solve every need, individuals can look for practical ways to contribute their own time and skills.
Small Actions Can Help Keep Young People Active
Supporting youth sports can take many forms. Community members can volunteer with recreational programs, attend local games, coach when qualified, help maintain fields, donate usable equipment, or ask existing youth organizations what type of assistance they actually need.
Parents and caregivers can also encourage children to find physical activities they enjoy, whether through organized teams or informal recreation. The CDC notes that activities do not have to be highly structured and can include walking, running, bicycling, swimming, playground activities, and other forms of active play.
The goal, Deibler says, is creating opportunities for young people to participate and feel supported.
“You don’t always have to do something huge to make a difference,” Deibler said. “Sometimes it is giving your time, helping a team, or just showing kids that people in the community care.”
Call to Action
Deibler encourages people to look at what is already happening in their own communities. Residents can contact local recreation programs, schools, churches, and youth sports organizations to learn where volunteers or other support are needed. Families can also make regular movement part of everyday life by finding safe activities children genuinely enjoy.
The first step can be simple: identify one local need and decide whether your time, experience, or resources could help meet it.
Donald Deibler grew up in Donaldson, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Pine Grove High School in 2011 and Albright College in 2015 with a degree in Music Business. He is a business owner and serves as Business Manager of All Stars Ice Cream and Cafe Bakery. He also supports his wife and family in the development and operation of Dead Horse Beer & Burritos. His community involvement includes supporting local youth sports such as Tri-Valley Little League, volunteering at St. Peter’s UCC, and volunteering as a youth sports coach.
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