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The Adventure of a Lifetime
NewsTo be one of LeBron’s 330 Ambassadors is a great responsibility, bestowed exclusively on a select group of 23 high schoolers from his hometown.
HE’S MY LITTLE ARTIST
NewsI bet you would have never guessed this, LeBron’s favorite subject in elementary school was...
In This Together
NewsHey My WFE Kids ~ My teammates and I came up short in the Finals. The San Antonio Spurs played better. They were an incredible opponent.
Team LJFF Visits Barber CLC
NewsOn Wednesday, November 13th, Team LJFF deployed from LeBron James HQ and headed out to Barber CLC for an evening with Mr. LeBron’s WFE kids!
To Ask Questions And Find Answers
NewsHow are my Wheels for Ed kids doing? We are starting to head into my busy season… last night we played our first pre-season game when...
23 Big Dreams: Brett Coole
NewsThe incoming 8th grader at Hyre CLC in Akron paced back and forth as he intently watched every play...
330 Ambassador Highlight: Aleah Duncan
NewsGet ready to meet one amazing young lady and PROMISE keeper! Aleah Duncan attends Buchtel CLC where she is a sophomore. She works hard...
Finish Strong Kids!
NewsHow are all of my Wheels for Ed All-Stars doing? It has been a busy few days for my teammates and I.
Similarities
NewsHey kids, How are my Wheels for Ed kids doing? I miss you guys! My teammates and I are getting ready for a long road trip. We have a lot of fun...
Time Is Flying!
NewsYou’re already halfway through the first half of the school year?! Time is flying! Before you know it, it will be Halloween, then Thanksgiving and Christmas.
TRAVELING TREAT
NewsWe hope your school year is going well! Are you getting excited for winter break...
Back In Town
NewsHey guys! I’m back in town to play the Cavaliers! Who is going to watch the game tonight? Whether you are at home or at the Q, I want you guys to know...
Halloween Safety
NewsHalloween is finally here! We want to make sure that this Halloween is a safe and fun day. Always take an adult with you and be sure to look both...
Class of 2023 Student Highlight: Syrah Stephens-Johnson
NewsIt’s about a month into school and the seasons are beginning to change, but one thing that will never change is that kids love to play outside...
Happy New Year
NewsHey guys! How are MY Wheels for Ed kids doing? Can you believe the year is almost over? Time is flying by. I remember just eight years ago...
What A Week!
NewsWow… I don’t think I can begin with saying anything else other than "thank you". Thank you for making my welcome home one of the most special...
23 Big Dreams: Alissa McCullough
NewsAs a proud member of the LeBron James Family Foundation’s Akron I PROMISE Network, Arlissa embodies the spirit, the fight, and the determination that Akron has become known for.
Family Reunion Video
News"For us, we’re one big family," said LeBron James when asked why the Foundation’s yearly summer gathering is called the "I PROMISE Family Reunion."
Irish 23 Forever Spring 2015 Recaps
NewsSpring has come and gone and with it we enjoyed watching the great seasons that St. Vincent- St. Mary High School’s sports teams put forth. The saying, "Look good, feel good.
Training Camp
NewsHey guys! How are my kids doing? I really miss you guys! Do you know what tomorrow is for me and my teammates? Tomorrow is...
WE ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU!
NewsHey Wheels for Ed kids, We love being able to make sure you get your fun surprises from...
I PROMISE To Never Give Up.
NewsHow are my Wheels for Ed all-stars doing?? My Foundation Team told me that you guys wished me good look for my first game back as a Cleveland Cavalier… thanks guys!
You Did It!
NewsEARNED NOT GIVEN! I am so proud of all of my Class of 2023 third graders who completed Tech Camp and are now a part of my Wheels...
Proud to Serve
NewsLeBron’s 330 Ambassadors are proud to be from Akron. They’re also proud to be serving LeBron’s WFE kids this school year! Our Gamma Class...
Hometown Hall: East Cluster
NewsChildren danced, parents sang, and everyone ate as a "Lean On Me" pop remix echoed through the cafeteria at Akron’s East CLC. Officially, the event is called a "Hometown Hall" meeting...
I PROMISE to Stay Active
NewsHey Guys! I hope you’re all having an active summer! I finally got a chance to have some alone time with my family and recover from the season.
Spring is almost here!
NewsHey Wheels for Ed All Stars! March 18th is right around the corner and I can’t wait to have some of you at the game when we play the Cavaliers!
It's Showtime!!!
NewsIT’S SHOWTIME!!! I am so hyped up for you guys to start school and knock it out of the park! Are you guys getting excited?
Enjoy Summer!
NewsHey guys! If you’re getting sad thinking that summer is almost over, remember that the memories we make stay with us forever.
23 Big Dreams: Arsean McCullough
NewsWhat does it feel like when you’re told you may not be able to chase your dreams? What is that moment like when everything you envision for your future is ripped away, if only for a moment?
To Listen To My Teachers
NewsHow are MY kids doing? Man, I miss you guys. Do you know what this week is for me? This week is the start of training camp for my teammates and I.
How was the first week?
NewsYou guys did it, the first days of school are done and under your belt. How was it, how do you feel? For me, once I step out onto the court and sink my first...
Merry Christmas Eve!
NewsTwas the night before Christmas and all through the house not a creature was stirring not even a mouse … Merry Christmas Eve to my WFE Kids.
Big Week Ahead
NewsMan…we both have a BIG week ahead of us, don’t we? Wheels for Ed Tech Camp, PROMISE Project, I PROMISE Family Reunion, and a...
330's Get a New Home
NewsThe LeBron James Family Foundation's 330 Ambassadors are so much more than high school students. They are 23 hand-picked leaders from across Akron that serve as LeBron's arms and legs in the community...
Just Cling It! Official Rules
NewsNo Purchase Necessary. The LeBron James Family Foundation Sweepstakes ("Contest") is open to residents the State of Ohio who are...
Spotted: First Just Cling It! Winner of the School Year
NewsWe found our first Just Cling It! winner of the school year!!! If you are a Wheels for Education parent or guardian, display your 2013-2014 "Proud Parent" cling...
Christmas Is Near
NewsHow was your Thanksgiving break? I spent my Thanksgiving with my family, friends and my team right here in Akron and it was really fun!
More Snow Days?
NewsHey guys! Mom said school was closed AGAIN! She also told me it is freezing out. You guys have to be careful if you go outside.
Tech Camp 2013: Recap
NewsIt’s not quite the start of the school year, but our Akron Public Schools (APS) have been buzzing with activity over these last two weeks. Why, you ask?
Front Page News: School e-library, with help from LeBron James, among largest in nation
NewsPartnerships are the Foundation’s and LeBron's lifeline. Kids are the Foundation’s and LeBron's passion. We are blessed to work with...
Winter Holiday Fest
NewsHey guys! Can you believe it’s almost Christmas? I heard that some of my Wheels for Ed kids will be participating in the Holiday Fest through your schools.
How Was Akron After School?
NewsHey Guys! I just wanted to check in to see how the second half of Akron After School went? My Foundation team stopped by to see some of you...
Turkey Eating and PROMISE Keeping
NewsNow, I know we’ve talked a lot recently about working hard in the last few weeks before Thanksgiving and the holidays, but…Thanksgiving week is finally here!!
Stay Warm!
NewsHey guys! Mom just told me it is FREEZING in Akron and that all of the schools are closed. I want you to PROMISE me that if you go outside you will...
Thankful for...you!
NewsIt’s turkey time folks! It’s a short school week for you all this week because of Thanksgiving! I used to love this time of year when I was a kid.
First Snow
NewsWhat’s up guys? I heard you got some snow today! There is no snow in Miami right now, so you will need to have some extra fun for me.
Akron After School Instructor Highlight: Belinda Hinton
NewsBelinda Hinton is an educator, but she did not take the traditional route in getting there. After successfully completing law school and practicing...
23 Big Dreams: Cameron & Carlissa Robinson
NewsThe 13-year-old twins from Jennings Middle School already have a clear vision for the family restaurant they want to open and operate in Akron...
Just Cling It! November Winner
NewsIt wasn't tough to find a proud parent in the Ellet area. While driving around in late November, the Foundation Team spotted a Betty Jane Elementary...
WFE Highlight: Dynamic Duo, Caiden and Lamonica
NewsThe Foundation Team spent some time this spring with the kids of Portage Path CLC and were greeted by two outgoing WFE students...
Kicking It In China
NewsHey guys! GUESS where I am right now? I want you to grab a map and find China, then I want you to find Beijing. Did you find it?
Our family is growing!
NewsAs our Classes of 2021 and 2022 completed another great school year, we excitedly await the list of students who will be entering third grade as...
23 Big Dreams: Miah Massey
NewsWhen Miah entered third grade, she entered the LeBron James Family Foundation’s original class of "Wheels for Education" students. With this added layer of support, Miah’s confidence...
Stay Warm WFE Kids!
NewsHow are all of my Wheels for Ed kids doing? Did you guys get my phone call earlier this month?
On The Road For The Week
NewsHow are all of my Wheels for Ed kids doing? I miss you guys! My teammates and I are going to be on the road for most of this week.
On The Road
NewsHey guys! How are MY Wheels for Ed kids doing? How was your first week back? Well, your first few days back, right? Mom told me school was...
23 Big Dreams: Lamar Dampier
NewsIf this story sounds familiar, it’s because it is. As a young boy, LeBron James used to walk the streets of Akron carrying two of his most prized possessions...
A Special Moment at the JAR
NewsSaturday, January 18 was a special day for Zips Basketball. The men's team was having a showdown with top ranked...
23 Big Dreams: Jamil Wright
NewsThere’s something about exploring the way things work that makes Jamil Wright tick...
Back To Work
NewsHow are my Wheels for Ed kids doing? I want to let you all know that I was thinking about you guys during the first week of the NBA season.
Interim Grade Pick-Ups
NewsSummer is a distant memory and it seems like school never was out of session. Our WFE kids’ schools are already preparing for interim grade pick-ups.
Child Highlight: Mr. Blake
NewsThe Foundation team had the pleasure of hanging out with a very special WFE student this week. His name is Blake and he actually just celebrated...
April Fools!
NewsI PROMISE to have fun! Listen up Wheels for Ed All-Stars…April Fools’ Day is a sacred holiday. Back in grade school I used to pull pranks...
PROMISE Kept: Running for Our Kids
NewsIt was a truly beautiful day in Akron. The sun had not even shown itself yet when a group of enthusiastic people sporting all white with the brightest Nike...
ESPN Video: LeBron Has A Special Relationship With His Kids
NewsThe NBA did a GREAT piece on LeBron and his Wheels for Ed kids! Ms.Mariah is a star.
EAT HEALTHY AND STAY ACTIVE!
NewsI know you are back at it in the classroom and that you are working hard...
TO DO ALL OF MY HOMEWORK
NewsHow are all of my Wheels for Education all-stars doing? I heard some of you guys had the chance to cheer on our Zips. Did you enjoy the game?
23 Big Dreams: Wilfred Steadman
NewsAs the young boy sat and stared at the world map hanging in front of the classroom of his Akron public school, he felt a wave of emotions as his eyes scanned for the place he was born.
Just Cling It! is Back
NewsThe experts on our LeBron Advisory Boards shared with us the importance of keeping parents and families of our kids engaged. We listened and...
It's Playoff Time!
NewsHey guys! I am so excited for the playoffs, I feel like a little kid! I’m pretty sure if we don’t start playing soon, my wife Savannah and my boys...
IS YOUR I PROMISE BAND ON?
NewsHey Class of 2021! We hope you like your I PROMISE bands. Make sure you wear them every day and...
AIPN: Dream Big
NewsI am finally back home after being away for a couple of games and man I couldn’t be more excited! Now, I heard some of you got to meet with the new University of Akron President…
SUMMER IS NEAR
NewsHey Class of 2022. Akron After School is over already- feels like time flew by...
Student Highlight: Jayden
NewsFor the first time ever, Jayden Lane has made the Merit Roll and his mom, Shannon Shippe, attributes it to the Wheels for Education (WFE) program.
Akron After School
NewsHey guys! Big shout out to all of my kids who are at the first day of Akron After School today! Ms. Desiree told me that you guys are going to...
