LeBron James Family Foundation

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The LeBron James Family Foundation and Starbucks To Open Transformative, First-Of-Its-Kind Community Store Inside House Three Thirty

Financial Literacy

With a renewed energy and focus on health top of mind for many as we enter the new year, the LeBron James Family Foundation is already focusing in on fine tuning financial health supports for our families.

I PROMISE Hits the Hardwood

As the students and parents filed into the I PROMISE School, the spirit of the holidays was in the air. LeBron’s 5th graders had spent days practicing and preparing for the special performance they were about to give.

Welcome to House Three Thirty

As the LeBron James Family Foundation works to redefine what a community and family looks like, we continue to break through barriers and open doors for the students and families in Akron.

The Huddle Experience

It’s been two weeks since the LeBron James Family Foundation and Stand Together hosted the inaugural I PROMISE Huddle in Akron, Ohio.

Celebrating Jayden

The end of the year is always a good time to reflect. But for LeBron and his Foundation, it’s never simply about reflection. It’s about growing and constantly striving for more.

Special Delivery

With quiet hallways and empty classrooms, life is anything but ordinary at the I PROMISE School. This week, our IPS educators are returning to their school home in coordinated shifts to pack up...

Coming Together, Apart

It was a Taco Tuesday unlike any other. A tradition that typically brings families together...

Our Story

“What’s at stake? Their lives.” – LeBron James

2020-2021 330 Ambassador Applications Now Available

The 330 Ambassadors are a select group of students from the Akron area chosen each year by the LeBron James Family Foundation to serve as role models and mentors to younger generations in the community, specifically through the I PROMISE School...

A Quiet Revolution

As the world tuned in to one of the flashiest and loudest stages in all of sports this past weekend, LeBron and GMC caught the nation’s attention without barely making a sound.

For Others

Hanging in shiny, bold letters on the walls of the LeBron James Family Foundation office, these words from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. drive everything we do...

State of the Family

Celebration. Communication. Community. The LeBron James Family Foundation’s first-ever State of the Family was all about coming together and sharing where we are and where we’re going on our journey to create change...

All in a Decade

The end of the year is always a good time to reflect. But for LeBron and his Foundation, it’s never simply about reflection. It’s about growing and constantly striving for more.

Symphony Experience

Brass, strings, and shiny things awaited the students as they entered the lobby of EJ Thomas Hall. On this day, LeBron would share his love of music with his I PROMISE 4th graders by setting up a rare...

I PROMISE Hits the Hardwood

As the students and parents filed into the I PROMISE School, the spirit of the holidays was in the air. LeBron’s 5th graders had spent days practicing and preparing for the special performance they were about to give.

All in a Decade

The end of the year is always a good time to reflect. But for LeBron and his Foundation, it’s never simply about reflection. It’s about growing and constantly striving for more.

It's All in the Family

As the students and parents filed into the I PROMISE School, the spirit of the holidays was in the air. LeBron’s 5th graders had spent days practicing and preparing for the special performance they were about to give.

New Look + Big Plans

As we continue to dig deeper and deeper into the needs of students and families in our community, the LeBron James Family Foundation’s story is constantly evolving.

Bringing It Home

The center of every tight-knit family is the age-old tradition of the family meal. More than simply food and drinks, it’s a time for sharing, for telling stories, for staying in tune with each other...

Striving for Greatness

Since LeBron welcomed his very first class of third graders into his I PROMISE program in 2011, the programming and the interventions have evolved and grown deeper but the mission has always been the same: to graduate from high school.

Springing Forward

With wide eyes and excited minds, LeBron’s 7th graders listened intently to the executives, engineers, and employees as they shared about their jobs and their journeys...

LeBron’s 330 Ambassadors Serve Charlotte

LeBron had provided the 330 Ambassadors with a life experience that showed them new opportunities, new ways of thinking about things, and new ways to serve their community...

The LeBron James Family Foundation’s 330 Ambassadors Serve and Experience Charlotte All Star Weekend

Each year LeBron is selected as an All Star, he’s made it his mission to some way leave his mark on the All-Star host city as a way of saying thank you...

The I PROMISE Village

LeBron’s commitment to his kids in Akron is taking another monumental leap forward with this week’s announcement of the I PROMISE Village by Graduate Hotels.

Something Extra

It takes something extra to be a 330 Ambassador. For this select group of local high school students chosen to represent LeBron...

The Adventure of a Lifetime

To be one of LeBron’s 330 Ambassadors is a great responsibility, bestowed exclusively on a select group of 23 high schoolers from his hometown.

We Are Family Reunion Review

It all started with a tweet. Five years ago, Cedar Point extended an offer to name one of their famed roller coasters after LeBron James.

Back to School Surprise

As IPS 4th grader LaRiyah sat on a stool eagerly talking about the upcoming school year, she heard a jarring knock on the door. She let out a scream of excitement when she turned to see it was Mr. LeBron.

Earned, Not Given

As LeBron’s Akron I PROMISE Network students arrived at school on Monday morning, they walked with a little extra pep in their step.

A Monumental Year

Meanwhile, another monumental moment was brewing just down the street from the I PROMISE School. Recognizing that his kids need a larger space to gather, to play, and most of all, to ball, LeBron and his Foundation teamed up with the 2K Foundation...

A New Home for the Holidays

Meanwhile, another monumental moment was brewing just down the street from the I PROMISE School. Recognizing that his kids need a larger space to gather, to play, and most of all, to ball, LeBron and his Foundation teamed up with the 2K Foundation...

Family And The Farm

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

Bikes, Barbeque and Other Big Things in Store!

To our WFE kids and families, While you all enjoy sun, fun and even plenty of rain, we can’t stop thinking about the upcoming school year! Mr. LeBron has asked us to work on some things...

We Are Family Reunion

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...

The Chosen Ones

The packed ballroom echoed in response, "To support my child in reaching their dreams!" With a proud smile...

Chase Incentive Packaging

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...

HE’S MY LITTLE ARTIST

I bet you would have never guessed this, LeBron’s favorite subject in elementary school was...

Back In The Lab

In the words of Mr. LeBron, the Foundation is "Back in the LAB."

LeBron James Arena Update: May 15

Before the wrecking ball makes its way to the STVM gym, Team LJFF hosted an ice cream social for the STVM students.

Act Nineteen | New York

LeBron cannot thank the city enough for allowing him to play here during All-Star Weekend.

Team LJFF Visits Barber CLC

On Wednesday, November 13th, Team LJFF deployed from LeBron James HQ and headed out to Barber CLC for an evening with Mr. LeBron’s WFE kids!

DAP Championship 2016

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.

LeBron Message: Home Sweet Home

Man, it feels great to be back in Akron with the family. Don’t get me wrong, I love road games, but...

LeBron Message | Have To Wear Your Jersey

I hope everyone had an awesome Halloween. My teammates and I definitely did!

WKYC'ing the Possible: An Akron Hero

LAB member Patty Burdon, AKA PB Irish, talks about LeBron’s relationship with Akron and St. Vincent – St. Mary High School.

Winter Is Here

How are my kids doing? My teammates and I are on a long road trip and man, do I miss home!

LJFF Announces New Partner in Signet Jewelers

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...

LeBron's 3rd Graders Hop On The Polar Express Powered By FirstEnergyFoundation

In what’s become an annual Akron treat and a holiday season staple for LeBron’s I PROMISE students, the LeBron James Family Foundation’s 3rd graders will once again hop on board the Polar Express Powered by the FirstEnergy Foundation...

Another Gift From the North

The wet weather did little to dampen the mood as LeBron’s 330 Ambassadors took the stage to a rhythmic ovation.

All Hands On Deck: LeBron James Clubhouse Kids lend a Helping Hand

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...

LeBron Message | Striving

How’s everything going? Our season is in full swing now!

LeBron James Arena Update: August 16

Did someone say Dunk Contest? The new backboards and hoops are installed!

LeBron Message | Respect Game

I hope you had an awesome weekend. We’re back to basketball in full force now that the All-Star break is over...

WELCOME BACK

Welcome back Class of 2021! You’re going to see lots more...

Back In Town

Hey guys! I’m back in town to play the Cavaliers! Who is going to watch the game tonight? Whether you are at home or at the Q, I want you guys to know...

Class of 2026 | Welcome To The Family

As summer comes to a close, that time of year when the LeBron James Family Foundation welcomes a brand new class of third graders into its Wheels for Education program...

We Are Zips

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...

LAB Secondary: Striving For Greatness

Surrounded by a massive, life-size "LeBron’s Game of Life" board, LeBron Advisory Board (LAB) Secondary convened for their November meeting.

Akron North Track Earns New Uniforms #RepYourHood

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

Act Nine | Bronx P2

Did we mention LeBron’s favorite subject was art? He has a blast designing Nike uniforms...

What A Week!

Wow… I don’t think I can begin with saying anything else other than "thank you". Thank you for making my welcome home one of the most special...

23 Big Dreams: Alissa McCullough

As a proud member of the LeBron James Family Foundation’s Akron I PROMISE Network, Arlissa embodies the spirit, the fight, and the determination that Akron has become known for.

PROMISE Kept: A Long Term Partnership With Cedar Point

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

LJFF Teams Up With World Golf Championships-Bridgestone Invitational

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.

LeBron Talks LJFF & Upcoming Projects in NYC

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

LEBRON’S PROMISE PROJECT

LeBron’s first class of Wheels for Education (WFE) students, the Class of 2021, is moving into middle school and LeBron wanted to do something big.

I PROMISE Day at Stan Hywet

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...

SUN, SAND AND SPORTSKIDS OF THE YEAR!

As the van pulled up to the hotel, LJFF team members were waiting in anticipation to welcome the Long family to Miami...

LeBron Message | Orchestra Outing

How are all of my Wheels for Ed All-Stars doing? I wish I could share with you what my Foundation team has been planning...

Family Reunion Video

"For us, we’re one big family," said LeBron James when asked why the Foundation’s yearly summer gathering is called the "I PROMISE Family Reunion."

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!

Imagine starting high school knowing that past statistics say you only have a 47% chance of graduating? Would you feel defeated and...

Knocking Down Walls | IPS

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 James Arena Update: June 28

The bathroom wall is coming down and the concrete is being poured for the base of the floor. Here we go!!!

Hard Work Pays Off With LeBron's Hard Work Club

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

Sparking Hope

Three years ago, LeBron and The University of Akron (UA) announced a groundbreaking, never-been-done-before partnership...

Garfield Cheer EARNS New Uniforms

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

Just A Kid From Akron: Cherry Cola Cupcake

LeBron and the Foundation do not have sponsors, we have partners. A partnership is a bond, and bonds are forged in the mutual pursuit of a passion.

Dream Big

I am finally back home after being away for a couple of games and man I couldn’t be more excited! Now, I heard some of you got to meet with...

General Elective

This fall, LeBron, the Foundation, and The University of Akron’s LeBron James Family Foundation College of Education (LJFFCOE) are giving new life to the term "General Elective."

MY BATMAN

Like all kids, LeBron enjoyed cartoons when he was growing up...

LeBron Message | All-Star 2017

I can’t believe I’m at the midpoint of the season already. Do you guys feel like your school year is flying by?

Running For Our Kids 2014

LeBron and the LeBron James Family Foundation had over 45 runners participating in either the full or half Akron Marathon.

LeBron Message | Back Home

Hey guys! Man, it feels good to be back home and on the court with my teammates...

LeBron Message: Super Bowl LII

YOO- Late night watching the Super Bowl? Me too, but you know we have to get right back to it...

LeBron James Arena Update: September 6

The new floor is installed and the bleachers are being constructed!

Class of 2021 Student Highlight: Jaiden

He met Mr. LeBron and heard the PROMISE for the first time at the Wheels for Education "Take the Charge" event at East CLC in 2011.

Summit Cycling Center

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