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Financial Literacy
NewsWith a renewed energy and focus on health top of mind for many as we enter the new year, the LeBron James Family Foundation is already focusing in on fine tuning financial health supports for our families.
A Year Like No Other
NewsAs 2020 comes to a close, we’re looking back on the challenging year it was with hope, even more resolve, and gratitude for the opportunities we’ve had to continue walking alongside our families throughout it all...
Celebrating Jayden
NewsThe end of the year is always a good time to reflect. But for LeBron and his Foundation, it’s never simply about reflection. It’s about growing and constantly striving for more.
The Last Week
NewsIt wasn’t the ending anyone could have ever seen coming, but year two at the I PROMISE School officially comes to a close this week...
The Full I PROMISE Experience
NewsThere are many smiles. There are even more tears. Turned over tables and countless hugs. High-five highs, and on-the-floor lows...
2020-2021 330 Ambassador Applications Now Available
NewsThe 330 Ambassadors are a select group of students from the Akron area chosen each year by the LeBron James Family Foundation to serve as role models and mentors to younger generations in the community, specifically through the I PROMISE School...
All in a Decade
NewsThe end of the year is always a good time to reflect. But for LeBron and his Foundation, it’s never simply about reflection. It’s about growing and constantly striving for more.
All in a Decade
NewsThe end of the year is always a good time to reflect. But for LeBron and his Foundation, it’s never simply about reflection. It’s about growing and constantly striving for more.
The Family in Action
NewsIt started out as every other anything-but-ordinary day at the I PROMISE School. Warm hugs, high fives, and smiles all around despite the freezing cold temperatures outside...
Striving for Greatness
NewsSince LeBron welcomed his very first class of third graders into his I PROMISE program in 2011, the programming and the interventions have evolved and grown deeper but the mission has always been the same: to graduate from high school.
Glow & Grow
NewsIn year one at the I PROMISE School, our students aren’t just growing. They’re glowing. To celebrate all of its students’ success and achievement in the first half of the school year...
The LeBron James Family Foundation’s 330 Ambassadors Serve and Experience Charlotte All Star Weekend
NewsEach year LeBron is selected as an All Star, he’s made it his mission to some way leave his mark on the All-Star host city as a way of saying thank you...
Feeling Resourceful
NewsThe I PROMISE School is unlike any other place of learning on the planet. Starting the day with hugs and high fives, continuing with regular PROMISE circles of support...
All Aboard!
NewsThe I PROMISE Polar Express is one of the many experience outings all I PROMISE students go on throughout the school year...
Something Extra
NewsIt takes something extra to be a 330 Ambassador. For this select group of local high school students chosen to represent LeBron...
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.
Back to School Surprise
NewsAs IPS 4th grader LaRiyah sat on a stool eagerly talking about the upcoming school year, she heard a jarring knock on the door. She let out a scream of excitement when she turned to see it was Mr. LeBron.
Fall & Family
NewsOn a seasonably warm Sunday afternoon in Akron, the I PROMISE School’s 5th graders and their families filed into the Highland Square theatre for an afternoon matinee...
A Monumental Year
NewsMeanwhile, another monumental moment was brewing just down the street from the I PROMISE School. Recognizing that his kids need a larger space to gather, to play, and most of all, to ball, LeBron and his Foundation teamed up with the 2K Foundation...
Bikes, Barbeque and Other Big Things in Store!
NewsTo our WFE kids and families, While you all enjoy sun, fun and even plenty of rain, we can’t stop thinking about the upcoming school year! Mr. LeBron has asked us to work on some things...
We Are Family Reunion
NewsContinuing to kick off the most epic school year ever, the LeBron James Family Foundation hosted more than 8,000 of its students and their families at Cedar Point...
A Graduation Celebration
NewsAchieving your high school diploma is a journey. For many, that journey is straightforward.
Thanks For Giving
NewsIn this monumental year of taking chances and giving hope, of eliminating barriers and adding supports, of closing chapters and opening doors - as a Foundation and as a family, we have so much to be thankful for...
Act Nineteen | New York
NewsLeBron cannot thank the city enough for allowing him to play here during All-Star Weekend.
WKYC'ing the Possible: An Akron Hero
NewsLAB member Patty Burdon, AKA PB Irish, talks about LeBron’s relationship with Akron and St. Vincent – St. Mary High School.
LAB Highlight | Sherry Neubert
NewsWe love sharing PROMISE kept moments of our WFE kids and AIPN kids. Additionally, we enjoy sharing PROMISE kept moments that happen in our community.
New Year, Same PROMISE
NewsWith a new year comes a fresh start, and for the Wheels for Education and Akron I PROMISE Network students...
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...
The Little Engine That Could
NewsIn only the second year of our partnership, we found all three elements in a special Northeast Ohio collective known as the PGA Web.com Tour DAP Championship...
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...
Class of 2026 | Welcome To The Family
NewsAs summer comes to a close, that time of year when the LeBron James Family Foundation welcomes a brand new class of third graders into its Wheels for Education program...
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...
Akron North Track Earns New Uniforms #RepYourHood
NewsLeBron sent his Black Ops team to interrupt North High School’s winter pep rally.
Very Good(year) Ride
NewsWhat does it take to safely and efficiently transport nearly 5,000 of our students, families and friends nearly 90 miles to the Roller Coaster Capitol of the World for the best day ever?
Leaders in Our Community: Pierce Jordan
NewsThird year 330 Ambassador Pierce Jordan is a leader for our kids and our community...
Working Hard
NewsWe are nearing the end of the first half of your 6th grade year! How has it been going? Have you guys done any cool community service projects since cleaning the UA Football Stadium?
Ibtihaj Muhammad visits IPS
NewsEach day at the I PROMISE School is anything but ordinary. Our students get out of bed every morning and arrive to school, greeted by high fives and smiling faces, not knowing what incredible new experiences await them...
Savannah's I PROMise Makeover Event 2018
NewsFor many high school girls, their vision for the perfect prom is clear. Wearing the perfect dress, they enter a packed room to gazes of excitement and awe...
SUN, SAND AND SPORTSKIDS OF THE YEAR!
NewsAs the van pulled up to the hotel, LJFF team members were waiting in anticipation to welcome the Long family to Miami...
WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!
NewsImagine starting high school knowing that past statistics say you only have a 47% chance of graduating? Would you feel defeated and...
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.
Hard Work Pays Off With LeBron's Hard Work Club
NewsEach month throughout the school year, LeBron’s Foundation team makes the rounds to every Akron Public School (APS) cluster...
LeBron Message | All-Star 2017
NewsI can’t believe I’m at the midpoint of the season already. Do you guys feel like your school year is flying by?
Class of 2021 Student Highlight: Jaiden
NewsHe met Mr. LeBron and heard the PROMISE for the first time at the Wheels for Education "Take the Charge" event at East CLC in 2011.
Growing and Learning
NewsOn a typical late March Thursday night, the North High School gym would be filled with Viking athletes...
A Trip and Treats
NewsWith another month in the books, the I PROMISE School wrapped up the spookiest time of year on Friday evening with its inaugural Halloween Fest...
WFE KIDS HIGHLIGHT: SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS AND SCHOOL SUPERSTARS
NewsSpend two minutes with third graders Zach, Jonathan and Danaven from Bettes and you’ll quickly learn...
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...
City Year South High: Academic Madness Challenge
NewsTwenty-three of our I PROMISE network members kept their PROMISES and furthermore, turned them into commitments when they won the Academic Madness Challenge!
Final Hometown Hall Of The School Year
NewsI PROMISE students and their families packed the Ellet High School gymnasium...
Meeting of the Minds
NewsA week worth remembering at Foundation HQ as The I PROMISE Institute Bureau descended on Akron for a high powered, higher education, meeting of the minds...
PROMISE Kept: Fighting Irish Basketball Players Commit to UA & CSU
NewsThey’ve dazzled in the LeBron James Arena at St. Vincent – St. Mary High School and next fall...
A Busy School Year
NewsThey were with us from the beginning and we will be with them at graduation. Our Class of 2021 is entering sixth grade! As sixth graders...
Act Fourteen | Harlem
NewsLeBron visited the Cleveland Orchestra this past year and it absolutely blew his mind.
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...
LEBRON ADVISORY BOARD
News2011 was the first year of the Wheels for Education program and it was certainly full of lots of learning experiences for...
Savannah's I PROMISE Event
NewsProm is supposed to be one of the most memorable and magical nights of your high school years.
WFE Highlight: Monique Tucker
NewsThe Foundation Team got to spend some time at Seiberling CLC and while visiting, we got to interact with an awesome WFE Student...
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...
LAB Community Highlight: Vanita Oelschlager
News24 hours a day - 7 days a week - 365 days a year; this is true commitment. Vanita Oelschlager exemplifies the definition of dedication by remaining...
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?
Akron After School Is Back!
NewsA New Year and a new season of Akron After School has officially arrived at Akron Public Schools...
Class of 2021 Student Highlight: Jaime and Jordan
NewsSpock and Kirk, Cameron and Mitchell, Bert and Ernie, Chandler and Joey, and Batman and Robin; none of them can hold a candle to...
LeBron Message | Start Off Strong
NewsI hope all of my Wheels for Education students are having an incredible start to the school year.
Love at First Sight
NewsThere was a long, silent pause as LeBron walked into St. Vincent – St. Mary High School’s LeBron James Arena for the first time.
330 Ambassadors: the Spirit of Giving
NewsWe’re entering the season of giving and our Gamma Class of 330 Ambassadors has been giving a lot of themselves so far this school year!
Bringing Home This Year's Hometown Hall Series
NewsFollowing another successful run this school year, LJFF’s completely revamped and reconstructed version of its regular Hometown Hall series...
Earned Not Given Uniform Drop | Number 9
NewsWith the dark gymnasium pulsating with curious energy, the high school students packing the stands fell silent with anticipation...
LEBRON JAMES ARENA
NewsHave you heard the news? It’s official, the plan for LeBron James Arena at St. Vincent – St. Mary High School has hit the media.
A Float Fit For A King
NewsAs the Larry O’Brien trophy made its way through the streets of downtown Cleveland while the city celebrated its first championship in over 50 years...
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.
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...
LAB Community Highlight: Todd Stein
NewsNot only is he dedicated to his family and business, he keeps his word and his actions show that he is committed to making a difference in our community as a member of...
Family Now, Family Forever
NewsAround this time of year when holiday traditions abound, 'tis the season for family. But for the LeBron James Family Foundation, it's always the season for family...
330 Ambassadors 500 Hours and Counting
NewsThe 330 Ambassadors are a select group of students from the Akron area chosen each year by the LeBron James Family Foundation and Akron Public Schools. These students serve as role models for our Wheels for Education...
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...
Partner Highlight: Chase Bank
NewsOur Partners and Friends at Chase Bank are truly the best. Not only do they take care of all of our banking needs, but they believe in the work we do. They support the work we do.
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...
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...
Lights, Camera, Action
NewsFor the fourth year in a row, LeBron’s sixth graders descended on Lakeside Avenue...
LAB End Of The Year Celebration
NewsThroughout the year, a group of more than 40 Northeast Ohioans serve Akron’s youth
Happy New Year — 2015!
NewsHappy new year! 2014 was a BIG year for you and me. All of a sudden, my first class of Wheels for Ed kids became Akron I PROMISE Network students and the leaders of my program.
Making Mr. LeBron Proud: Student of the Month
NewsThe comeback story is a simple narrative. The main character suffers a set-back, and in the moment, a recovery seems highly unlikely.
