Jalen Brunson recently took center stage in an exclusive interview with MSG, shedding light on the Second Round Foundation. In this insightful conversation, Jalen, alongside his equally inspiring co-founder and mother, Sandra Brunson, delved into the profound goals that fuel the foundation's mission and their shared vision for the future. The mother-son duo shared their aspirations, passionately outlining the foundation's commitment to creating invaluable access for the youth within their community. [...]

On December 30th Jalen Brunson hosted his very own One Up x NBA 2K24 Championship Series Qualifier, leveraging the Play One Up app to encourage fans and gamers to participate. In an episode of the One Up x NBA 2K24 video series, Jalen joins Ronnie 2K for a friendly one-on-one matchup, shares his appreciation for the esports community, and more! The top 16 semifinalists gearing up for the online gaming tournament [...]

Backed by a historic $300,000 Second Round Foundation gift, Jalen partnered with his high school’s charitable organization, the Stevenson Foundation, to establish the Jalen Brunson Patriot Wellness Initiative (JBPWI). The Initiative is designed to support the physical and mental well-being of financially under-resourced students by ensuring equitable access to whole-family wellness resources.  One of the many ways the JBPWI addresses food insecurity among students and families is through Stevenson Gathers events. [...]

Join Jalen’s “See One Send One” fundraising campaign and his goal to raise $40,000 with all proceeds benefiting the Second Round Foundation. Anyone looking to take part can donate any amount of money for every 3-point field goal Jalen makes this season! You will be supporting Jalen and his journey to create opportunities that will make a difference in the lives of young people. A MESSAGE FROM JALEN: “As many of [...]

On November 16th, 2023 the Covenant House, the largest charity in the Americas helping homeless and trafficked youth, named New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson as chair and founding member of their brand new Player Ambassador Council. The new initiative will be inclusive of sports figures who support the nonprofit and its efforts to help raise awareness and funds for young people facing homelessness and survivors of trafficking. “Fighting homelessness [...]

Jackson Heights, New York buzzed with excitement on December 10th, as neighborhood locals & basketball fans gathered outside Pio Pio’s Peruvian Restaurant where Jalen himself was given the honor of cutting the ribbon for their new mural. In a unique collaboration between DoorDash, Pio Pio, the New York Knicks, and Jalen Brunson, the special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrated the unveiling of Brunson’s new mural. As a gesture of gratitude to attendees, [...]

On November 27th, the Second Round Foundation joined forces to make the holiday season brighter, hosting a Thanksgiving food distribution for families at DREAM’s Highbridge Elementary and Middle School campuses. With the generous support of SRF and its volunteers, over 150 families received Thanksgiving meal essentials, including fresh produce, pantry staples like rice and pasta, a whole chicken, and a pie to complete their holiday table. Each meal was thoughtfully packed [...]

We are proud to share that Second Round Foundation co-founder Jalen Brunson, a proud Stevenson High School alum just concluded hosting his 5th annual youth basketball camp from July 24th-26th, 2023. The 3-day camp welcomed 75-85 aspiring young players in each session. As a former Illinois Mr. Basketball and state champion with the Patriots, Jalen established the Jalen Brunson Skills Academy to give back to the program that developed him into [...]

The USA Basketball player tells PEOPLE how he hopes to inspire youth through his Second Round Foundation New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson has had a packed summer, but he doesn't mind his busy schedule if it means helping others. Before the newlywed athlete, 26, began training for the FIBA World Cup in Asia, he hosted a charity golf tournament near his hometown in Illinois to benefit his Second Round Foundation, an organization that aims [...]

For New York Knicks’ guard Jalen Brunson, enjoying the offseason doesn’t mean the grind stops. In fact, for someone this strongly motivated by improvement on and off the court, the summer months can be just as busy as the regular season schedule. The five-year NBA veteran recently spent a few days in the Chicago area with the goal of elevating a community, inspiring kids, and raising funds for America’s youth. Brunson’s first [...]