Big News!: Brunson Announces Exciting News
Jalen Brunson Foundation Partners with Save the Children in $5.6 Million Global Initiative
April 18, 2025 — New York, NY
NBA star Jalen Brunson has announced a groundbreaking partnership between the Jalen Brunson Foundation and the international nonprofit Save the Children, marking a bold step in the fight against hunger and homelessness. In a heartfelt and inspiring press conference earlier today, Brunson revealed that the foundation is committing over $5.6 million to support vulnerable children and families worldwide.
The initiative will focus on providing nutritious meals, safe shelter, and emergency support to those facing displacement, food insecurity, and conflict-related crises across multiple regions. It’s a major expansion of the Jalen Brunson Foundation’s work, signaling Brunson’s growing commitment to humanitarian causes off the court.
“This is about more than basketball,” said Brunson. “This is about using the platform I’ve been blessed with to make real change. Every child deserves food, safety, and hope. With Save the Children, we’re going to make that happen—together.”
A Global Mission
The $5.6 million commitment will fund initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and underserved communities in the United States. Projects include:
- Emergency food distribution to famine-affected regions
- Construction of temporary and long-term housing for displaced families
- Access to education and psychosocial support for children in crisis zones
- Mobile health clinics and clean water infrastructure
Brunson, known for his leadership on the court with the New York Knicks, has been quietly building a philanthropic legacy for several years. The foundation, originally focused on youth mentorship and education in his hometown of Lincolnshire, Illinois, has grown rapidly since its inception in 2021. This latest partnership marks the foundation’s first large-scale international collaboration.
A Shared Vision
Save the Children, founded in 1919, is one of the world’s most respected humanitarian organizations, operating in more than 100 countries. The partnership with the Jalen Brunson Foundation brings not only financial support but also visibility and advocacy power.
“We are honored to join forces with Jalen Brunson,” said Janti Soeripto, President and CEO of Save the Children U.S. “His compassion, his leadership, and his commitment to children’s rights are truly inspiring. This partnership will save lives and uplift communities in some of the hardest-hit places on earth.”
Athletes for Impact
Brunson joins a growing number of athletes leveraging their influence for global change. His announcement comes at a time when nearly 45 million people are facing emergency levels of hunger, according to recent UN reports. Conflicts in regions like Gaza, Sudan, and parts of the Horn of Africa have displaced millions, compounding already dire circumstances.
In addition to funding, the partnership will include a public awareness campaign, where Brunson will travel to select project sites, film documentary-style features, and engage his millions of fans via social media to spotlight the stories of children living in crisis zones.
“It’s one thing to donate money,” Brunson said. “But showing up, listening, and telling these stories—that’s how we create real empathy. And empathy leads to action.”
Community and Legacy
The Jalen Brunson Foundation will also expand its domestic work, allocating part of the $5.6 million toward housing and nutrition programs in U.S. cities, including New York, Philadelphia, and Dallas—cities that have played a significant role in Brunson’s personal and professional journey.
With this ambitious initiative, Brunson is carving out a legacy that stretches far beyond basketball. At just 28 years old, he’s not only one of the NBA’s most exciting talents—he’s fast becoming one of its most impactful humanitarians.
As he concluded the press conference, Brunson smiled and looked out into the room filled with community leaders, young fans, and press.
“We’re just getting started,” he said.