Last week, the Second Round Foundation (SRF) received an incredible boost thanks to Legends, a sneaker shop in Charlottesville, VA. The retailer generously donated 50 pairs of sneakers to Top Achievers in Plano, TX, providing essential footwear for underserved students. Legends Team Member Rajesh Daryanani shared the motivation behind this meaningful contribution: "Legends is a local sneakers and apparel store in Charlottesville, VA, established in 1980. Through the support of our [...]

The Stevenson High School Senior Scholarship Program has once again provided an incredible opportunity for graduating seniors, with over $70,000 in scholarships available thanks to the generosity of individuals and organizations throughout our community. As a supporting organization, the Second Round Foundation is proud to help make these scholarships possible, including the Jalen Brunson Patriot Pride Leadership Scholarship. This special award was created to recognize a graduating senior who, like Jalen, [...]

This past holiday season, the Second Round Foundation teamed up with Villanova Men’s Basketball came together to spread warmth and joy to the residents at the Pennsylvania Covenant House. With the support of major apparel company, we delivered high-quality clothing to young men and women in need, ensuring they had essential items during the colder months. At SRF, we believe in the power of community and giving back, and this initiative [...]

Jalen Brunson continues to prove he’s an All-Star both on and off the court. The NBA has named Jalen the recipient of the December NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award, recognizing his dedication to giving back through the Second Round Foundation. This honor comes just one day after Brunson was selected as a starter for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game in San Francisco. As part of the award, the NBA [...]

The Second Round Foundation believes in supporting leaders who are creating real change in their communities, and we’re honored to partner with Dr. Crystal Edwards and Empowering Single Moms, Inc. (ESM). With over 20 years dedicated to education, advocacy, and empowerment, Dr. Edwards has made it her mission to uplift single mothers and equip them with the tools for success. Through education, service, and inclusion, she is transforming lives and building [...]

We’re excited to share a meaningful collaboration between The Sunday Collective, DREAM, and the Second Round Foundation. Thanks to The Sunday Collective’s incredible generosity, over 1,000 pieces of premium childrenswear including coats, jackets, and hats, were donated to DREAM Charter School students. More than just winter essentials, this donation provided critical support to families during the cold season, allowing students to focus on their academics and thrive in their school community. [...]

At Second Round Foundation, we believe in the power of community partnerships to create meaningful impact. That’s why we teamed up with Glaze Teriyaki to turn delicious meals into opportunities for young people - and thanks to your support, the fundraiser was a huge success! As NYC’s leading Asian fast-casual restaurant concept, Glaze is dedicated not only to serving fresh, healthy, and delicious meals but also to building meaningful connections in [...]

As a two-time NBA All-Star and the 36th Captain in Knicks franchise history, Jalen Brunson proves time and again that he’s among the best in the game. But for students at Stevenson High School, he’s not only an elite point guard, he’s also a role model, inspiration, and fellow Patriot. Jalen and the Second Round Foundation’s impact reverberates through the halls of SHS every day. Nearly a decade after graduating, Jalen [...]

On November 22nd the Second Round Foundation, in collaboration with the Covenant House, hosted a special Pre-Thanksgiving dinner in the city of New York. This event welcomed the youth and families experiencing the struggles of poverty or homelessness and was a celebration of compassion, community, and the joy of giving back. In attendance was Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks and Covenant House’s founding member of the new Player Ambassador [...]

In partnership with Operation Warm, the Second Round Foundation proudly supported DREAM students by providing 250 high-quality winter coats across three campuses in East Harlem, Mott Haven, and Highbridge. On November 21st, 22nd, and 26th, students of all ages received warm, unisex coats to ensure they were ready for the colder months ahead. Thanks to the support of Jalen Brunson and the SRF team, this initiative reflects the importance of coming [...]