Driving Economic Opportunity for Youth
The NBA Foundation invests in programs, partnerships and making grants to local and national organizations that promote school-to-career employment opportunities, including job readiness, skill training, job placement, and career advancement.
The Impact
The NBA Foundation is making an impact by supporting organizations that provide skills training, mentorship, professional coaching and pipeline development to foster employment and career advancement for under resourced youth.
837,000 youth served
837,000 youth have been served via our nonprofit partners and our signature programs that support school to career pipeline opportunities.
307 Nonprofit partners
Our nonprofit partners are opening career doors for under-resourced youth across diverse industries such as Arts, Criminal Justice, Healthcare, Music, STEM, Sports, and more.
$141M Awarded
The NBA Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to serving under-resourced youth across the United States and Canada.
Celebrating 5 Years of Impact
5 years strong! Join us in celebrating the NBA Foundation’s work to drive economic opportunity for young people ages 14-24 in NBA communities.
Nonprofit Partners
Investing in Youth for a Brighter Future
The NBA Foundation is driving meaningful social change across the country by supporting organizations that address education, income and employment disparities in under-resourced communities in our team markets.
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Grant Information
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Nonprofit Partners
The NBA Foundation’s nonprofit partners are making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people across NBA markets. Check out our partners and the amazing work they do.
Signature Programs
Our signature programs, the HBCU Fellowship, All-Star Pitch Competition, and Tech Challenge, are designed to provide career pathways and economic opportunities.
News and Impact Stories
Explore the stories behind the stats. Take a dive into the NBA Foundation’s latest news, grant-making efforts, and signature programs—highlighting the people, partnerships, and progress.
“Throughout my career I’ve had the privilege of experiencing the power of community and support,” said Barnes. “It’s about creating lasting change, building bridges, and supporting the next generation of leaders.”
Harrison Barnes
San Antonio Spurs Forward, NBA Foundation Board Member
Providing career development opportunities
NBA HBCU Fellowship
The NBA HBCU Fellowship Program, aims to provide career development opportunities in the business of basketball for undergraduate and graduate students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
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Explore standout moments and inspiring stories from the NBA Foundation’s social media—where impact meets action.
