GoFundMe For Reno Tropics Youth Basketball Alleging Massive Theft Fails to Gain Traction
A gofundme with this visual called “Help Reno Tropics Basketball Recover from Theft” is failing to gain traction.
It has raised just $100 from an anonymous donor out of a wished for $68K since it was launched by Reno based Steve Humphreys six days ago.
“I’m Steve Humphreys, Director of Reno Tropics Basketball Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth in our community through the game of competitive basketball. Our professional-level hoops experience is what truly sets us apart, and our player development program focuses on preparing athletes for success in their high school careers and beyond, while instilling meaningful life lessons through the experience of sport," it begins.
"Today, I’m asking for your help.
At the end of 2025, we began building what would become Reno’s only dedicated and premier basketball-only facility in Northern Nevada—a dream made possible by incredible community partners who believed in our mission. What should have been a defining moment for our basketball community has instead turned into a devastating setback,” it indicates before detailing an allegation of theft.
“In December 2025, we contracted with a vetted and reputable national basketball court flooring company to install 8,000 square feet of maple flooring in our new gym. Unfortunately, we became victims of fraud when a company representative diverted our payment to his personal account," it alleges.
"We later discovered this individual had a prior history of embezzlement and was on parole. Our $68,000 request is meant to restore our original position, covering the theft, lost warehouse payments, and the time needed to restart the project with a new flooring company. Any funds raised beyond this amount will go directly toward the project and support the kids in the program.
If you’re able to donate or simply share this message, we are deeply grateful.
Our 501(c)(3) non-profit tax ID # is 39-3885016.
Thank you for your support. And Go Tropics!” it concludes.
The involved company isn’t named in the fundraiser nor is the accused individual, or any indication there has been any arrest.
The Reno Tropics About page indicates “The Reno Tropics Youth Basketball Club is dedicated to providing an exceptional basketball experience for both boys and girls. Our mission is to foster a love for the game while ensuring each player reaches their potential through dedicated player development.
We believe that, through youth sports, kids learn valuable life skills that make them better equipped to succeed in all future endeavors."
Sponsors listed on its website are Bighorn Consulting, Grind Creative and Answerwest.
Its Facebook has an address listed at 439 West Plumb Lane where it calls itself an elite youth travel basketball team from Reno Nevada. Class of 2031-2033, with recent photos of both girls and boys basketball, including the latest series from Spanish Springs.
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