We are proud to announce the Second Annual Jalen Brunson Charity Golf Classic & Dinner Reception, taking place August 26, 2024 at the Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York benefiting the Second Round Foundation (SRF).  Following the 2023 inaugural golf event and dinner reception (hosted by ESPN’s Michael Wilbon) in Chicago, New York Knicks Point Guard Jalen Brunson aims to continue supporting SRF’s efforts of empowering young people by providing [...]

We are beyond proud of Jalen for making his debut at the 2024 All-Star Weekend in Indiana! With high praise from fans, teammates, current & former players, media personalities, and members of the entire basketball community, Jalen joined a class comprised of 24 elite NBA players for a fun-filled weekend. Jalen’s first-ever selection as an NBA All-Star marks another milestone moment in his career. It all began with a special announcement [...]

These days, the knowledgeable home crowds at Madison Square Garden chant MVP, MVP (Most Valuable Player) when the ball is in Jalen Brunson’s skilled hands.Every day, Jalen, his family, their Second Round Foundation, the New York Knicks, and the Garden of Dreams Foundation prove how they value the lives and the promise of our young people at Covenant House.In May 2023, Jalen received the prestigious Beacon of Hope award at the Night [...]

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 [...]