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 [...]

As part of the New York Knicks and Garden of Dreams' annual season of giving, Jalen hosted a heartfelt shopping spree at Target, offering young mothers the opportunity to pick out essentials and gifts for themselves and their families. For six years, Jalen and SRF have been committed to supporting Covenant House, a nonprofit dedicated to providing shelter and services to youth facing homelessness. This ongoing partnership reflects our mission to [...]

The Second Round Foundation was proud to host the DREAM Family Dinner & Game Night at their Mott Haven campus on November 14th, a special evening dedicated to celebrating community, connection, and family. This unforgettable event brought together families, youth, and partners for a night filled with laughter, meaningful moments, and great food prepared by DREAM’s Culinary Club, a part of their Scratch Food Program, which showcased their incredible talent and [...]

NEW YORK, New York- Second Round Foundation is excited to announce Apollo Jets as the Presenting Sponsor for the Second Annual Jalen Brunson Charity Golf Classic & Dinner Reception. The Second Round Foundation works to plant seeds & empower young people to determine their own success, regardless of background or circumstance. The Second Annual Charity Golf Classic will take place Monday, August 26th at Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York. A [...]

Fueled by a historic gift from the Second Round Foundation, Jalen continues to have a positive impact at Stevenson High School! In early May, his alma mater’s charitable arm, the Stevenson Foundation, invited financially under-resourced students and their families to the first-ever Jalen Brunson Patriot Wellness Family Forum. The Forum brought together experts and resources that are available at Stevenson and throughout the community. Nearly 100 students and family members learned [...]

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s See One Send One Campaign benefiting the Second Round Foundation. Jalen Brunson reached a career record of 211 made 3-pointers throughout the 2023-24 regular season. This campaign marked another avenue for Jalen to engage with his fans while supporting his journey to creating opportunities for young people.

In a show of solidarity and support for Caribbean athletes, Nija Williams, President of the Second Round Foundation (SRF), and Sandra Brunson, Co-Founder & CFO of SRF, recently attended Team Jamaica Bickle‘s (TJB) 30th-anniversary reception and awards ceremony in New York City. The gala, held earlier this month, served as a platform to rally behind TJB's mission of assisting Caribbean athletes participating in the prestigious Penn Relays, scheduled for April 25-27. [...]

At the Second Round Foundation, we were thrilled when Jalen partnered with Faherty as this collaboration is rooted in our shared values of family, dedication, and excellence both on and off the court. Jalen’s partnership consisted of an exclusive men's drop with a promo featuring Jalen and his wife Ali. Through this collaboration, Jalen aims to inspire others to pursue their passions with the same level of dedication and commitment that [...]