Within the backdrop of NBA All-Star 2026, the NBA Foundation continues its mission of driving economic opportunity for youth, entrepreneurs and HBCU students by providing access to funding, mentorship and career pathways.

Founded in 2020, the NBA Foundation is the league’s first-ever charitable foundation dedicated to creating economic opportunity in NBA markets. To date, the Foundation has awarded $141 million in funding, partnered with 307 nonprofit organizations and served more than 837,000 youth.

Since 2022, the NBA and NBA Foundation have invested nearly $500,000 in local entrepreneurs in NBA All-Star Cities. This year, in collaboration with the Los Angeles Clippers, the NBA Foundation is hosting the 2026 NBA All-Star Pitch Competition. The competition is supported by Amplitude, Ame

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