The NBA Foundation aims to drive economic opportunity and empowerment in the Black community by providing Black Americans with access to good jobs with upward mobility. This focus is intended to advance economic and racial justice in a sustainable and measurable way.
The grant program from the NBA Foundation prioritizes national and local organizations that operate in NBA markets, aiming to foster employment and career advancement for Black youth. It focuses on skills training, mentorship, professional coaching, and pipeline development. The Foundation aligns with NBA teams and their affiliated foundations to invest in partnerships that promote meaningful economic empowerment for Black youth in local markets, including partnering with national organizations to replicate effective programs locally. The NBA Foundation accepts grant applications on a rolling basis, with a preference for organizations in NBA markets.