The Magic Johnson Foundation, in partnership with Target, hosted a holiday event providing 125 under-resourced children with a joyful shopping spree, highlighting their commitment to community support and giving back.
As the new president of the Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF), Tammy Tumbling has always desired to help people.
“Henry would be as thrilled as I am to see his statue at the National Baseball Hall of Fame,” expressed Aaron’s widow Billye Aaron. “His life embodied hope and perseverance, inspiring generations to pursue their dreams despite obstacles. This tribute is a testament to his love for the game and his desire to inspire young boys and girls everywhere.”
Javonte Rose is a new multi-talented sensation on the scene. While wearing many hats like actor, artist, brand ambassador, dancer, entrepreneur, fashion model, and humanitarian, Rose promotes self-love and anti-bullying through his artistry. He is the founder and CEO of The Blu Roze LLC, Blu Roze Fit, and non-profit organization “I’m Here”. Capturing attention with his clear blue eyes and style, and with over 100,000 Instagram followers, he is sure one to watch. In recent interview with the L.A. Sentinel, Rose discusses his past, present, and future.
California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) announced the appointment of Adrian Paul Stevens as associate Vice President for Philanthropic Giving with responsibility for campus fundraising efforts.
The American Ballet Theatre announced that Janet Rollé will become the new CEO and Executive Director at American Ballet Theatre. Her appointment which was announced by the Board Chariman Andrew Barth will become effective January 3, 2022. Rollé joins ABT from Parkwood Entertainment, having served as General Manager since 2016.
The National Basketball Social Justice Coalition today announced that James Cadogan has been appointed as its first Executive Director. Cadogan will assume the new position on May 10, 2021 and drive the strategic vision and day-to-day operations of the Coalition. Announced in November 2020, the Coalition will lead the NBA family’s collaborative efforts to address racial inequality and advance social justice by raising awareness, educating and advocating for meaningful policy change in several areas, including voting access and criminal justice system reform at the national, state and local level.
Local community partners will have a role in this initiative, President of Greater Los Angeles Raul Anaya stated, “We are looking to potentially partner with philanthropy and other large businesses in L.A., because our goal is to create a program ideally that is sustainable with long standing impact.
“Just like I didn’t get here on my own, moving forward the same will be true,” said Shackelford. “In the coming months my team and I look forward to meeting with the members across the country and hearing their ideas of how we can work together to advance the movement. It will take all of us to create the impact that we want to see, and our communities desperately need.”
– NBA and Kaiser Permanente to Donate $10,000 to Houston Mayor’s Relief Fund through Dynamo Charities –
Organizations May Submit Proposed Projects at therams.com/community through April 7
The Los Angeles Sentinel chats with Garcelle Beauvais at 2016 EBONY Power 100 Gala held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.
The brand does more than sell apparel, but encourages the importance of diversity and creativity.
Los Angeles Lakers rookie forward Brandon Ingram embodied the spirit of giving by treating six children from the Santa Monica Police Athletic League (PAL) to a shopping spree last week. Ingram invited the youth to the Adidas store at the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica and allotted each child a $500 gift card. The kids were allowed to purchase shoes, apparel, and even Laker gear with Ingram as their shopping partner. PAL director Eula Fritz mentioned how youth enjoyed their time the basketball star. “The youth were amazed by his generosity. Many of them bought gifts for their parents
In honor of Giving Tuesday, Barkley said he would be donating $1 million to the historically black institution.