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NewsThe LeBron James Family Foundation and Starbucks To Open Transformative, First-Of-Its-Kind Community Store Inside House Three Thirty
Welcome to House Three Thirty
NewsAs the LeBron James Family Foundation works to redefine what a community and family looks like, we continue to break through barriers and open doors for the students and families in Akron.
Redefining Community
NewsCommunity comes in all shapes and sizes. Some communities are close in proximity while others are more spread out. Some rally together, some stand alone.
Proud Family
NewsNo matter the world around them, our I PROMISE students continue to be a light and a beacon of hope throughout the Akron community and beyond. Recently, two of our Akron I PROMISE Network students...
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...
State of the Family
NewsCelebration. Communication. Community. The LeBron James Family Foundation’s first-ever State of the Family was all about coming together and sharing where we are and where we’re going on our journey to create change...
New Look + Big Plans
NewsAs we continue to dig deeper and deeper into the needs of students and families in our community, the LeBron James Family Foundation’s story is constantly evolving.
Promising Results
NewsJust a couple years ago, it was an ambitious idea with education-changing implications. Two Springs ago, it was an announcement driven by hope and community support. Months later...
LeBron’s 330 Ambassadors Serve Charlotte
NewsLeBron had provided the 330 Ambassadors with a life experience that showed them new opportunities, new ways of thinking about things, and new ways to serve their community...
We Are Community
NewsTo be part of a community means to uplift, collaborate, and engage with those around us to achieve shared goals greater than ourselves.
Jarvis Landry Joins the IPS Family
News"I was born and raised in Louisiana, similar to this, similar to Akron. But this right here, this school, this community, it’s about to change things"...
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.
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...
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...
LAB Secondary: Striving For Greatness
NewsSurrounded by a massive, life-size "LeBron’s Game of Life" board, LeBron Advisory Board (LAB) Secondary convened for their November meeting.
LJFF Teams Up With World Golf Championships-Bridgestone Invitational
NewsWith its roots planted firmly in Akron, Ohio, the LeBron James Family Foundation is proud to be engaged and active in community events across Northeast Ohio.
Leaders in Our Community: Pierce Jordan
NewsThird year 330 Ambassador Pierce Jordan is a leader for our kids and our community...
I PROMISE Moment: The Team Visits the Ronald McDonald House of Akron
NewsTeam LJFF keeps their PROMISE to serve our Akron community and support our partner’s philanthropic initiatives. We spent quality time at the Ronald McDonald House...
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?
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.
LAB Elementary Update: Back in Session
NewsLAB Elementary is back in session! After taking a short break for the summer, the LAB Elementary resumed its monthly meetings...
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...
Thank your Mr. Todd!
NewsA very special thank you to LAB Community board member, Todd Stein, for donating to the...
Community Champions
NewsAs LeBron’s Hometown Heartbeat tree was proudly displayed in downtown Akron, the Foundation took this opportunity to reflect on the support of our community.
Just A Kid From Akron
NewsThe tone for the night was set when sixth grade Akron I PROMISE Network (AIPN) student Christian Presutti and...
LeBron Earns J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award
NewsThe J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award recognizes the NBA player, coach, or athletic trainer who shows outstanding service and dedication to the community.
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...
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...
For Women, Forever
NewsLast night, another Akron parent took center stage. To a capacity crowd at the Akron Community Foundation’s Women Endowment Fund’s...
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...
LAB Elementary Retreat
NewsThe LAB Elementary board took a "work site modification" and spent the day working in the beautiful and rustic Bath Community Park.
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...
LAB Elementary Meets for September
NewsMembers of the LAB Elementary team gathered at Akron Public Schools’ Conrad C. Ott building for their monthly meeting...
Caroling In Concert at The University of Akron
NewsSeparated, they’re five letters; yet together, those same five letters represent a powerful, innovative, and passionate community.
Metis Construction Brings Home Hardware
NewsIn front of a capacity Cleveland crowd, Michele Campbell, Executive Director of the Foundation, presented the Medical Mutual Pillar Award for Community Service
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...
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...
LeBron's Field Experts
NewsThey are our Parent LeBron Advisory Board (LAB), and they put the family in "We are family."
LAB Secondary Meets for September
NewsOur LAB Secondary was at LeBron HQ for their monthly meeting. This month, the group of secondary educators and administrators discussed the...
LeBron's Biggest Assist
NewsSince before he entered the NBA, LeBron's commitment to uplifting his community in Akron has always been one of his top priorities...
SPECIAL PEOPLE IN OUR LIVES
NewsThe Foundation has been very fortunate to work with some amazing people and we’d like to tell you about one of those very special individuals...
Rise And Work For What You Have
NewsWhile most sixth, seventh, and eighth graders spent their early mid-spring Saturday morning in bed, LeBron’s kids were serving their community.
LeBron Advisory Boards Retreat to Cavs Game
NewsOn May 6th, LeBron sent his three LeBron Advisory Boards (LAB) on a night out in appreciation for all they do in conjunction with the LJFF.
LAB End Of The Year Celebration
NewsThroughout the year, a group of more than 40 Northeast Ohioans serve Akron’s youth
Class of 2021 Parent Highlight: Miss Miah Massey’s Magnificent Mom
NewsAfter joining the Wheels for Ed family when Miah was a rising 3rd grader, she and her mom Laura Brown had no idea what was in store for their family.
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...
LAB Community: Earned Not Given
NewsFrom health and wellness to law and planning, our LeBron Advisory Board (LAB) Community members come to us from all walks of Akron life.
LAB Community: WE PROMISE
NewsWe are the LeBron Advisory Board: Community and we are excited to share in your journey through graduation!
Behind The Scenes With Bridgestone
NewsWith its towering glass walls and state-of-the-art technology at every turn, the Bridgestone Technical Center is a modern day marvel.
Force For Good
NewsWhen combined with our partners, the LeBron James Family Foundation aims to be a positive force in the Akron community.
Team LJFF Visits Schumacher CLC
NewsOn Wednesday, October 29, Team LJFF stopped their home-opener preparations and took the short drive to Akron’s Schumacher CLC, which is the home of LAB Elementary Principal Brandi Davis.
LAB Community Update: Reunited
NewsReunited and it feels so good…August was full of LJFF activities we participated in so we met in July, and then again in September, and boy does it feel good...
LAB Elementary Highlight: David Brown
NewsFrom our first LAB Elementary meeting, fifteen months ago, David has been a strong proponent of our Wheels for Ed program, and a diehard supporter of Akron’s youth.
Inspiration Education
NewsEvery kid grows up playing with toys. But not every kid can imagine the possibility of being the one who creates them.
LAB Elementary: Cavs Games & Curriculum
NewsOn a cold and grey November 12, the LeBron Advisory Board (LAB) Elementary came together for their November meeting.
Savannah James Launches Mentorship Program
NewsWhile delivering a powerful keynote speech at the Women’s Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation’s "For Women, Forever" event, Savannah James formally announced her new mentorship program...
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.
LAB Elementary: What a year!
NewsThe 2012 – 2013 school year was a pivotal year for our Wheels for Ed program, due, in no small part, to the commitment and the involvement of our LAB Elementary...
Project Ed Bear
NewsThe Monday after Thanksgiving is very important to the Akron community for a reason bigger than Cyber Monday.
330 Highlight Nyna Sayarath
NewsGet ready to meet a stunning young lady! Nyna Sayarath is a sophomore at the National Inventors Hall of Fame (STEM High School).
LAB Community: June 10 Meeting
NewsAn overview of the Wheels for Education program and all of the coordinating components was needed so all best understand the hometown kids we serve. The remainder of the...
Witness Irish Forever: PROMISE Kept Winter Sports Uniform Unveil
NewsA PROMISE KEPT is a special thing. In continuation of his PROMISE to the St. Vincent-St. Mary High School community to outfit the entire...
LAB Community: First Meeting
NewsAfter getting to know one another and learning more about the Foundation initiatives, we are excited to kick it into high gear in June.
330 Graduate Highlight Joey and Victoria
NewsCongratulations to our graduating seniors from the Gamma Class of 330 Ambassadors, Joey and Victoria. They have fulfilled their PROMISE...
LeBron 12 Heroes: Brandi Davis
News"Our goal is to change the graduation rate in our hometown. Brandi Davis and the teachers, principals, administrators and staff members like her are making our dream a reality..."
Brother-Sister WFE Highlight: David and Davionna
NewsIt may be summer, but that doesn’t mean our Wheels for Ed kids stop being active! The Foundation got to spend a little time before the school year...
Kaulig Companies Announces Partnership with LJFF
NewsKaulig Companies Media Lab in the Upcoming I PROMISE School Will Ignite Students’ Imaginations with Hands-On Learning Opportunities and State-of-the-Art Technology...
A Ride On The Rougarou
NewsTwo weeks ago, our AIPN students and their families gave back to their community. One week later, our community gave back to our AIPN students...
WFE Child Highlight | Eric Avery
NewsOther than when he dunked the basketball or played around with his older siblings; Eric Avery had never been off the ground.
PROMISE Point Guard Highlight
NewsAn amazing yard and an amazing game! Akron I PROMISE Network student Treasure continued to be surprised by her PROMISE Project Point Guard...
Class of 2022 Student Highlight: Breanna
NewsBreanna leads much like her favorite basketball player, Mr. LeBron… by example. LeBron is slightly taller and Breanna’s hair is a tad bit more blonde, but the differences stop there...
LAB Community Highlight: Willie
NewsWillie and LeBron cultivated a lifelong friendship in the classrooms of STVM and on the court as they brought home three state titles for the Fighting Irish!
A PROMISE To Your Community
NewsI heard you guys had a special day at The University of Akron's Homecoming. A little snow, rain, hail and sun didn’t stop you guys from making...
W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Community & A Common Goal
NewsAn unwavering commitment to community. Increased opportunities for the youth and families...
Class of 2021 Student Highlight: Miss Mariah
NewsMiss Mariah Riley is a member of the first class of WFE kids and she will graduate from high school in 2021! Mariah is a 5th grade student at...
LeBron Message | Healing
NewsA tragedy took two members of our family way too soon. It hurts. Our whole community is feeling it...
LeBron 12 Heroes: Aleah Duncan
NewsHeroes come in all shapes and sizes.. from all walks of life… and all ages. One of our heroes is a proud teenager from Buchtel High School, where Mrs. Savannah James proudly walked the halls.
LAB Community Highlight: Michelle Giancarli
NewsAs an enthusiastic member of the LeBron Advisory Board: Community and the dynamic energizing coach during Team LJFF Huff n' Puff sessions, she reminds us that...
LeBron Message | Community
NewsLife can be scary and it can be difficult. We lost two members of our family and that hurts.
