“I was born and raised in Louisiana, similar to this, similar to Akron. But this right here, this school, this community, it’s about to change things"...

In life, it’s not about where you start. And success isn’t always measured by where you end up. It’s all about the journey, and what an incredible ride we are fortunate to be on...

During the I PROMISE School design process, the first priority was clear: it needed to be an innovative environment conducive to collaborative and creative learning.

When pulling up to the I PROMISE School, students, families, staff and all visitors are instantly transported to a whole new world of learning, care, and commitment. Now that Fall has officially arrived...

On a typical Tuesday afternoon, the I PROMISE School’s 3rd and 4th graders dutifully filed into the gym for their monthly Grade Level Family Meeting. A new addition to IPS programming, the topic of the month was their Habits of Promise...

A pillar of the LeBron James Family Foundation’s programming since day one, parent participation is critically important to the education process...

Today the experiential learning continued for all 240 students at the I PROMISE School in Akron - the newly-opened public school established in partnership between the LeBron James Family Foundation...

With the magic of Hollywood seemingly a million miles away, LeBron recently brought a big screen experience to his I PROMISE students with an exclusive premiere of his new animated movie “Smallfoot..."

It all starts with a vision. You have to see it before you can first believe, and then achieve it...

With over a month of classes already in the books, the I PROMISE School staff hosted its families for their first round of parent teacher conferences this week...

The I PROMISE program is rooted in creating positive change not just for kids in Akron, but for their entire families as well...

As the staff and students continue to settle into life at the I Promise School, each day brings a new approach to routine activities. Following LeBron’s strong body, strong mind lead...

Continuing to kick off the most epic school year ever, the LeBron James Family Foundation hosted more than 8,000 of its students and their families at Cedar Point...

With students and staff excitedly filing in each morning as the promise echoes throughout the story-lined hallways, the I Promise School’s first week was one for the books...

It started with the first-day-of-school jitters and ended with a bang. After months of work and preparation, this week LeBron celebrated an historic day with the grand opening of his I Promise School...

They say it takes a village. When it comes to the LeBron James Family Foundation’s commitment to changing lives in Akron through education, that could not be more true...

It’s another promise kept by a proud family partner. The inaugural Flash P’ACT Camp at Kent State for LeBron’s oldest I PROMISE students is complete...

Kaulig Companies Media Lab in the Upcoming I PROMISE School Will Ignite Students’ Imaginations with Hands-On Learning Opportunities and State-of-the-Art Technology...

Bringing decades of college education and experience to the table, Kent State has stepped in and offered to help get LeBron’s kids college-ready in any way they can...

With opening day for the I Promise School just over a month away, this week brought another milestone in the materialization of the LeBron James Family Foundation’s vision to change urban, public education...

Covelli Enterprises, the Ohio-based largest franchisee of Panera Bread, is opening its arms and its local locations to the LeBron James Family Foundation to raise funds for the upcoming I Promise School...

With its All-Star staff in place and its physical overhaul underway, the I Promise School continues to morph from a kid from Akron’s hope and dream into a brick-and-mortar, game-changing reality for the kids in Akron...

A news producer. A front office executive. An engineer. LeBron wants his I PROMISE kids to know the career possibilities are endless...

Educational and emotional support. Knowledge. Guidance. Life-changing confidence. These are all critical resources the LeBron James Family Foundation’s I PROMISE students receive...

Taking a walk on the wild side is nothing new for LeBron’s I PROMISE students, but at Cedar Point’s First Rider Benefit for its new “Steel Vengeance”...

Following another successful run this school year, LJFF’s completely revamped and reconstructed version of its regular Hometown Hall series...

Big league hype, live announcements, jersey reveals, and the top talent getting scooped up by the home team. With all the makings of a prime-time NBA selection show...

By definition, a partner is an association of persons joined in business. When it comes to JPMorgan Chase, LeBron, and his Foundation...

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.” – MLK

For many high school girls, their vision for the perfect prom is clear. Wearing the perfect dress, they enter a packed room to gazes of excitement and awe...

A week worth remembering at Foundation HQ as The I PROMISE Institute Bureau descended on Akron for a high powered, higher education, meeting of the minds...

Verizon's giving humans the ability to do more in this world, by creating the connections that turn innovative ideas into reality...

As incredible as he is, LeBron James is one man. His dream is to change the world...

The opportunity to be one of the very first to experience a world-record-breaking roller coaster doesn't come around often...

Joining some of the country’s top leaders, innovators, and game-changers at one of the world’s largest conference gatherings...

While their format has progressively changed thanks to three years of learning experiences, our Hometown Hall Meetings remain a familiar site...

YO! What’s up, guys? I hope you’ve all been having an unbelievable 2018. We’re back at it now that the All-Star break is over...

Nothing is given. Everything is earned. That’s the spirit of our I Promise School...

Just as LeBron James put his city on the map and set the standard for greatness in his hometown...

Since before he entered the NBA, LeBron's commitment to uplifting his community in Akron has always been one of his top priorities...

As a hip new version of the familiar, old school anthem filled Firestone CLC’s gymnasium, I Promise students and parents from the Firestone cluster...

For students at Edisto Island Youth Recreation (EIYR), a new pair of shoes goes a long way...

An unwavering commitment to community. Increased opportunities for the youth and families...

Buchtel CLC was abuzz for the first meeting of 2018 for Savannah’s Women of Our Future (WOOF) program...

If you caught a glimpse of the latest issue of Cleveland Magazine, you may have seen a recognizable yet unfamiliar face...

When you meet our partners, it’s easy to understand why we believe we can change the world. And the more time you spend with them, the more feasible that concept becomes...

In only the second year of our partnership, we found all three elements in a special Northeast Ohio collective known as the PGA Web.com Tour DAP Championship...

The Akron Public Schools Board of Education’s vote was unanimous: approved...

Fittingly, for the past six years the start of the holiday season for LeBron and the Foundation has coincided with the Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree Festival..

With an unexpected knock on the door from Santa on a snowy Akron night, the lives of LeBron’s I Promise students and their families changed forever...

Wednesday’s festivities marked the start of the Foundation’s fourth Hometown Hall season...

At the start of every Hometown Hall meeting, the Foundation recognizes the I Promise program’s most important stakeholders: parents...

Each home game, just before tipoff, LeBron will look over his shoulder toward the home hoop and smile...

In ornate, bold, black letters, “Chosen 1” sits on the yoke of their shoulders...

As the warm fall sun reached its peak, hundreds of I Promise students converged on the picturesque Cleveland-area farm...

While the common phrase suggests, “The third time’s a charm,” for us, our third year of Chase’s Force For Good is a blessing...

With over 30 I Promise parents and their families in attendance, our I Promise Too info session quickly became...

After spending a vacation day serving our kids and their families at Cedar Point, our Northeast Ohio Chase volunteers were back to work...

What could unite three global industry leaders, a world-renowned artist, an American Idol, a Chief Marketing Officer, an amusement park executive, and an NBA Champion? LeBron and his families...

Achieving your high school diploma is a journey. For many, that journey is straightforward.

Hosted by the LeBron James Family Foundation, the final review team meeting of the IPS planning process brought to life the visions and dreams...

LeBron gleefully peered up from his phone and in-progress Instagram video as he slowly sank back into his leather seat.

Led by APS and the Foundation co-chairs, each design team presented their work to date, shared their future plans, and received group feedback.

As though he was amongst long-time friends, LeBron stood at the front of the board room’s long oak table and spoke from his heart.

The scene outside of Akron’s newest must-eat location resembled a neighborhood block party. Adults, college students, and families with children of all ages played basketball, danced, and broke bread alongside the Foundation...

The J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award recognizes the NBA player, coach, or athletic trainer who shows outstanding service and dedication to the community.

Through Force For Good, which is the second stage of Technology for Social Good, 34 JPMC employees gave hundreds of hours of their time to create a student tracking app for the I PROMISE Program.

I PROMISE students and their families packed the Ellet High School gymnasium...

With the dark gymnasium pulsating with curious energy, the high school students packing the stands fell silent with anticipation...

If you walked into the ballroom of the Hilton Akron-Fairlawn on Monday, you would have thought you were in the wrong place...

The LeBron James Family Foundation’s I PROMISE Program has led to something bigger than anyone could have imagined...

On a typical late March Thursday night, the North High School gym would be filled with Viking athletes...

While delivering a powerful keynote speech at the Women’s Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation’s “For Women, Forever” event, Savannah James formally announced her new mentorship program...

A raucous standing ovation erupted as John Hunter and Kendra Jones proceeded to the front of the packed Akron Public Schools board room.

Last night, another Akron parent took center stage. To a capacity crowd at the Akron Community Foundation’s Women Endowment Fund’s...

Thursday’s Kenmore Cluster Hometown Hall Meeting began in familiar fashion. We welcomed the crowd and we thanked our partners...

In the words of LeBron James, “Team game STRONG.”

On the first day of black history month and in front of a capacity crowd at The Q, the NAACP’s leaders gathered for a special presentation at center court.

As the East CLC students routinely filed into the gym for their Winter Sports Assembly, little did they know this gathering would be anything but routine.

As child after child stood up and proudly shared their achievements, an attentive silence befell the room.

Each month throughout the school year, LeBron’s Foundation team makes the rounds to every Akron Public School (APS) cluster...

For LeBron, this was bigger than another individual award. His achievements are the achievements of his family, his friends, his fans, and his Foundation.

Twenty-four of the twenty-five companies and organizations considered champions of the Foundation are headquartered in Northeast Ohio...

Time after time, our partners come to us and say, “This is how we want to help.” We’re a lucky team.

We say “Thank you” regularly, yet more often than not, the phrase fails to properly express our gratitude.

Our family is our greatest gift. This holiday season, our tree overflows in an abundance of love.

When it comes to athletes who have been able to transcend sport and impact lives for future generations...

What makes a tree a family tree? Experience.

"Let's take them to the farm," said a wide-eyed LeBron. "They have that Believeland corn maze, right?"

IT’S TIME TO GO TO WORK! That’s right, your teachers told me it’s OST time and I am PUMPED UP!!!

What gives the kid from Akron extra juice on the court? The kids from Akron.

One of Akron’s most timeless traditions, the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company recently christened its newest blimp...

I PROMISE Institute to provide resources, research-based interventions, and support to LJFF students on I PROMISE scholarships as they pursue their four-year college degrees

One of the core missions of the LeBron James Family Foundation is to provide its Wheels for Education and Akron I PROMISE Network students with experiences that enrich their lives.

With one-on-one mentoring defined as a need for its students, the LeBron James Family Foundation has teamed up with Akron-based Signet Jewelers...

It’s been a whirlwind summer for LeBron since raising the Larry O’Brien trophy with his teammates in June...

The mission for this year’s We Are Family Reunion was simple: create the BEST DAY EVER for all of our families as we welcomed a brand new class of 3rd graders into the Wheels for Education program.

The DAP Championship Benefiting The LeBron James Family Foundation is the first of four Web.com Tour Finals events to determine what 50 players will earn their PGA TOUR cards.

What does it take to safely and efficiently transport nearly 5,000 of our students, families and friends nearly 90 miles to the Roller Coaster Capitol of the World for the best day ever?

Meaningful and lasting change cannot be created alone. But with partners like Chase, real change is possible.

Gathered in front of the iconic banner of LeBron James that hangs over 10-stories of their global headquarters in downtown Cleveland, the Sherwin-Williams Company...

LeBron’s Wheels for Education and Akron I PROMISE Network kids experienced another reason why there’s no better place to grow up than Northeast Ohio...

With fans lining up at Lock 3 in downtown Akron for their chance to see LeBron at the Hometown Hero celebration more than 8 hours before the event was scheduled to begin...

They made a promise to our kids, and they climbed hills, endured extreme weather, and pedaled relentlessly to keep it.

With its towering glass walls and state-of-the-art technology at every turn, the Bridgestone Technical Center is a modern day marvel.

860 grueling miles climbing more than 40,000 feet across four states in 68 hours or less.

With rain pounding the pavement outside, a wave of warmth and excitement permeated the premise at Ellet High School in Akron.

When LeBron's WFE kids and their families showed up at Forest Hill CLC for an LJFF launch event, the unassuming surroundings did little to betray the evening's surprise.

Prom is supposed to be one of the most memorable and magical nights of your high school years.

With its roots planted firmly in Akron, Ohio, the LeBron James Family Foundation is proud to be engaged and active in community events across Northeast Ohio.

As hundreds of unsuspecting students from across the Toronto Public School District gathered in the auditorium of Earl Haig Secondary School..

At just three years old, LeBron James dunked a basketball for the first time on the Little Tikes hoop in his living room.

Taking its commitment to its kids’ college educations one step further, LJFF has announced a pilot for its new Urban Mentorship Program...

Sports teams across the Akron Public School district are all on high alert as several school assemblies have recently been crashed and surprise meetings have been called.

Inspired by LeBron’s commitment to always pushing to be better, the LeBron James Family Foundation proudly hosts monthly hometown hall meetings...

When combined with our partners, the LeBron James Family Foundation aims to be a positive force in the Akron community.

You may occasionally see the LeBron James Family Foundation team van cruising in a neighborhood near you.

Marking his 12th straight All-Star appearance, LeBron James has been selected as a starter for the Eastern Conference...

With a new year comes a fresh start, and for the Wheels for Education and Akron I PROMISE Network students...

Separated, they’re five letters; yet together, those same five letters represent a powerful, innovative, and passionate community.

LeBron sent his Black Ops team to interrupt North High School’s winter pep rally.

The Foundation has been a supporter of the Holiday Tree Festival for the past four holiday seasons, with each tree outdoing its predecessor.

On September 5-11, 130 of golf’s most exciting players will descend on Cleveland, Ohio for the Web.com PGA Tour DAP Championship.

On Wednesday, October 21, the First Lady, Michelle Obama, took to the podium in front of the same audience...

The leaves are changing, the weather is turning, and Akron After School is starting, it’s officially fall in Northeast Ohio.

LeBron, The Foundation, and The University of Akron have committed to a long term partnership that will, at the least, see nine classes of Wheels for Education and Akron I PROMISE Network students...

LeBron has a new tag for his thirteenth signature shoe: Designed to the specifications of four-time MVP, LeBron James… and his kids.

In the words of LeBron James, “Wait, you thought we were just doing one drop????? PLEASE…”

There were rumblings in downtown Akron, Ohio of an appearance of a secret black ops team who are only known as “The Foundation”. On the warm summer’s night of August 18th, 2015...

Another amazing family reunion has come and gone. It was known that it was going to be tough to come close to the spectacle that was last year’s reunion, but the surprise Mr. LeBron...

Today, the LeBron James Family Foundation teamed up with the national Make-A-Wish Foundation to make dreams come true for kids across the country...

“It’s time I do something to make my kids proud.” – Parent and I PROMISE, Too Student

Does a PROMISE translate to elementary students? What impact does a phone call have, if any? What about a letter?

We all need parachutes. Whether it’s literally or figuratively, parachutes are our lifesaving devices, and there are few people who have more silk lifesavers than the forward from St. Vincent – St. Mary and his Foundation.

Just as LeBron found a passion for basketball, he wants to help his kids find their life’s passion by opening doors and providing access to unique opportunities...

It was a warm summer night in Akron and the brightness of the day transferred to the faces of the kids and their families as they filed in the doors to enjoy a fun filled night courtesy of Mr. LeBron.

Two weeks ago, our AIPN students and their families gave back to their community. One week later, our community gave back to our AIPN students...

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LeBron’s been riding around his hometown in a brand new, one of a kind, custom Kia K900 luxury sedan.

LeBron has one very important call he has to make before he enters the NBA Playoffs and puts his phone away.

With her signature bright smile and wide eyes, Mrs. Savannah James addressed the crowd of over 50 Akron teens, “You are beautiful!”

From Cleveland to Sandusky and all of the Rubber City’s streets in between, the Foundation Team is on the move for LeBron’s kids...

Have you seen some of LeBron’s Wheels for Education students riding around Akron on their I PROMISE bikes?

The tone for the night was set when sixth grade Akron I PROMISE Network (AIPN) student Christian Presutti and...

The Foundation is proud to partner with homegrown clothing company, Homage, on their Just A Kid From Akron t-shirt.

It has been a busy week for the Foundation. The team started the cold and blustery week off with an early morning trek to what one team member calls, “The second greatest place on earth next to Akron, Ohio!”

"It was a very special and memorable year for Team LJFF & LRMR, and we couldn't have done it without you."

“It’s smelly, it’s ugly, and everything in here is going to go,” said Nicole Curtis, sternly, opening the show’s monologue. Her words would set the tone of the show...

As LeBron’s Hometown Heartbeat tree was proudly displayed in downtown Akron, the Foundation took this opportunity to reflect on the support of our community.

While LeBron’s “day job” had him on a road trip that included international travel, LeBron did not forget about his kids in Akron…

“Is that a cookie in there? STOP IT!” – LeBron James With the release of the Foundation and Baker Blvd.’s second signature cupcake, we wondered whether we could replicate our initial success.

“These cupcakes are no joke!” – LeBron James LeBron takes great pride in striving to be the best both on the court and off the court.

The Foundation Team has had a busy year and as we look back on 2014, we can’t believe all that we have had the opportunity to do this year. We’ve broken bread with our families at the I PROMISE Family Reunion and Hometown Hall meetings.

LeBron had a last second request before taking the court in the Cavs primetime showdown against the New York Knicks:

In front of a capacity Cleveland crowd, Michele Campbell, Executive Director of the Foundation, presented the Medical Mutual Pillar Award for Community Service

The Monday after Thanksgiving is very important to the Akron community for a reason bigger than Cyber Monday.

Beginning with the Volt 2.0 I PROMISE band, we are digging into LeBron’s personal collection...

“This was a dream we had… Nicole Curtis and our Northeast Ohio partners made our dream a reality...

Children danced, parents sang, and everyone ate as a “Lean On Me” pop remix echoed through the cafeteria at Akron’s East CLC. Officially, the event is called a “Hometown Hall" meeting...

“Can anyone tell me what biomimicry is?” No sooner than President Scott Scarborough finished his question, six tiny hands shot up from around the regal, oak crowned and oil painting lined board room. “Okay, Jamil… tell us what biomimicry is,” said President Scarborough, somewhat taken off-guard.

“If you listen to LeBron when he talks, he tells you what the game is about for him. It’s about his city, it’s about his kids. That’s what makes tonight so special.” – Michele Campbell, Executive Director, the LeBron James Family Foundation

Although LeBron was working in Miami for the past four years, in the words of Foundation Executive Director, Michele Campbell, "The kids would say [LeBron] never left us."

WKYC'ing the Possible: The Way

I just finished writing my message to my Wheels for Ed kids and I need you to help me out… I wrote to them about never giving up.

LeBron and the Foundation are proud to announce that we are entering into a long term partnership with WKYC!

Every day when LeBron suits up to go to work, he looks down at his wrists, reads the I PROMISE on his bands, and thinks about...

The experts on our LeBron Advisory Boards shared with us the importance of keeping parents and families of our kids engaged. We listened and...

For LeBron’s Wheels for Ed kids who graduated into sixth grade and the Akron I PROMISE Network, one phrase embodies their attitude, and it comes...

How are MY kids doing? Man, I miss you guys. Do you know what this week is for me? This week is the start of training camp for my teammates and I.

In the words of LeBron James, “BOOOOOOOM! CEDAR POINT DONE CHANGED THE GAME!!!!!” We could not have said it any better ourselves…

“Being a hero to this girl Ebony is the reason that I keep going every single day!” – LeBron James

She is a friend, a mentor, a mother, a wife, a businesswoman and much, much more. Savannah is committed to giving back to the...

Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays ‘cause no matter how far away you roam… we love our Foundation Family and we’re here to say…

It is time to start thinking about back to school. Not long ago LeBron was preparing to go back to school in Akron. He was in your shoes, just a...

On Monday, July 22, the Foundation had ten very special visitors! These visitors did not stop by just to look around, they came to help, and what an...

Our Partners and Friends at Chase Bank are truly the best. Not only do they take care of all of our banking needs, but they believe in the work we do. They support the work we do.

Everyone needs a “Todd” in their life. LJFF is fortunate to partner with Todd Northrop from BSN Sports...