irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $364KTHE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS VARIOUS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES IN THE AREAS OF BASKETBALL COURT RENOVATIONS, CIVIC EDUCATION, PLAYER PHILANTHROPY SUPPORT, AND SIMILAR PROGRAMS
- #2 $41KTHE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS CHARITABLE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE YOUTH SPORTS, INCLUDING BASKETBALL RELATED PROGRAMS, EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS, OFTEN IN COLLABORATION WITH NBA PLAYERS, COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT PARTNERS. THESE EVENTS ARE INTENDED TO INCREASE ACCESS TO SPORTS AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, FOSTER TEAMWORK AND LIFE SKILLS, AND ENCOURAGE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND PERSONAL GROWTH AMONG YOUTH PARTICIPANTS.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Basketball Court Renovations
Supports the renovation of basketball courts in underserved communities as part of broader community development and youth engagement efforts
Civic Education Initiatives
Funds programs that promote civic engagement, leadership, and life skills among youth populations
Player Matching Grant Program
Provides matching grants to 501(c)(3) organizations that partner with eligible NBA players on initiatives in youth sports, education, civic engagement, and community development
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 2 activities
- Funding basketball court renovations, civic education, and player philanthropy supportProvides grants and program funding to support basketball court refurbishments, civic education initiatives, and programs that develop and support NBA players’ charitable efforts. Awarded $165,000 in grants and spent $856,694 on related program expenses in one fiscal year.
- Funding youth sports, education, and community engagement programsProvides grants to support youth sports, educational workshops, and community engagement initiatives that increase access and foster life skills among young people. In one reporting year, awarded $1,492,429 in grants for these purposes.
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Youth Basketball Development Programs 2 activities
- Operating youth basketball camps and leadership programsHosts annual youth basketball camps, such as the camp in Gran Canaria, and supports leadership development through initiatives like the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, a tuition-free public charter high school in Detroit.
- Supporting player-led philanthropy through education and program developmentOversees and funds the development and execution of programs that educate and support NBA players in their philanthropic efforts, including strategic direction and resource allocation. Spent $619,210 on related program expenses in one fiscal year.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Organizing youth summits, career workshops, and community service eventsPlans and executes community events such as Moses Moody Day, which includes youth summits, career workshops, and community service, along with back-to-school drives and entrepreneurship panels in Arkansas and the Bay Area.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.19M
Contributions & grants$2.52M49%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2.65M51%
Other revenue$19K
expenses
Total expenses$5.77M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.05M
Grants paid out$3.89M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$44.00M
Cash$3.34M
Investments$38.12M
Liabilities$3.57M
Net assets$40.43M
Liquid reserves86.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -52.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDRE IGUODALA | TREAS./SEC. (THRU 09/24)/DIR. | 2 | $2.92M |
| CHRYSA CHIN | DIR./SECRETARY (AS OF 09/24) | 2 | $595K |
| ERIN CARMICHAEL | TREASURER | 2 | $449K |
| ERIKA SWILLEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $389K |
| KATHRYN THAN | PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 40 | $147K |
board members · 7
- CJ MCCOLLUM — PRESIDENT
- GRANT WILLIAMS — FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
- JALEN ROSE — DIRECTOR
- MOSES MOODY — DIRECTOR (AS OF 06/25/25)
- RICKY RUBIO — DIRECTOR (THRU 09/2024)
- SANTI ALDAMA — DIRECTOR (AS OF 06/25/25)
- SERGE IBAKA — DIRECTOR (THRU 09/2024)
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Arabella Advisors Partner — Former employer where Kathryn Than served as an Associate prior to joining the NBPA Foundation.
- Association of Black Accountants (NABA), New York Chapter Partner — Erin served as Co-Chair of the Financial Literacy Committee for the New York Chapter of NABA.
- Breakout Foundation Partner — Kathryn Than serves as Treasurer for the Breakout Foundation.
- Community Organizations Partner — Partners with community organizations to deliver youth sports and educational programs
- Emory Prevention Research Center Partner — Research partner where Ionie Banner served as a research assistant.
- Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Partner — Founded and supported by Jalen Rose, board member of the NBPA Foundation.
- Local Church Partner — Erin served as Finance Committee Chair for her local church, contributing financial leadership to support its operations.
- Memphis Grizzlies Partner — Professional basketball team for which Santi Aldama plays, affiliated with his community engagement efforts.
- Motivate One Foundation Partner — Founded and led by Moses Moody in partnership with the NBPA Foundation's advisory efforts.
- NBA Players Partner — Collaborates with NBA players on charitable events and youth programs
- NBA players Partner — Collaborates with individual NBA players by providing matching grants and support for their community initiatives.
- National Basketball Players Association Government — Andre Iguodala serves as Executive Director of the NBPA, indicating a leadership role within the organization.
- National Basketball Players Association Government — Erin serves as Senior Vice President & Controller of the NBPA, providing financial oversight and strategic leadership.
- National Basketball Players Association Government — Parent organization overseeing the foundation's operations and strategic direction.
- Nonprofit Partners Partner — Collaborates with other nonprofit organizations on community engagement and youth development initiatives
- PEAK Grantmaking Network — Kathryn Than serves as Co-Chair for PEAK Grantmaking’s Northeast Chapter’s Membership Committee.
- monday.com Partner — Uses monday.com’s platform to host its Grant Interest Form.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Player-Engaged Grantmakingmethodology: player_engaged_grantmakingBy requiring that grant applicants have received recent financial support from an active or retired NBA player, the foundation ensures that funded initiatives are already aligned with players' lived experiences and community priorities, thereby increasing community trust and program relevance because authentic player engagement serves as a proxy for community impact.
- Sport-for-Development Youth Modelmethodology: sport_for_developmentBy using basketball as a structured, relatable activity, the foundation promotes confidence, teamwork, and personal growth in youth because sport creates accessible, low-barrier environments where mentorship and social-emotional learning can naturally occur.
- Strategic Grantmaking with Narrative Amplificationmethodology: strategic_grantmaking_and_narrative_amplificationBy combining targeted funding frameworks with public communication of player-led initiatives, the foundation increases the reach and sustainability of grants because strategic storytelling leverages players' platforms to attract additional community and financial support.
- Toolkit-and-Grant Support Modelmethodology: toolkit_and_grant_supportBy providing research-based toolkits alongside small grants, the foundation enables local clinics to implement evidence-informed practices effectively because the combination of practical resources and flexible funding reduces implementation barriers and builds local capacity.