Our Work
The NBA and its teams and players have reached children and families near and far, from Boston to Beijing. NBA Cares works with internationally-recognized, youth-serving organizations that are geared toward these key social issues: education, youth and family development and health-related causes. As a long-lasting commitment to the communities and neighborhoods served, NBA Cares creates places for children and families to have places to live, learn or play.

Learn more about the work of NBA Cares:

Education
From to Stay in School to Read to Achieve, the NBA has a long history of supporting education. Teams and players support programs that stress the importance of education and provide the necessary resources and safe places to foster growth that open doors to success in children’s lives.
Youth and Family Development
The game of basketball has the ability to bridge gaps and bring people together. Thanks to the popularity and visibility of the NBA and its teams and players, the NBA has a unique opportunity to use sport as a tool to address important social issues.
Health and Wellness
NBA Cares works to address the multitude of health and wellness issues that impact people worldwide. These critical issues, such as HIV/AIDS and malaria prevention, and obesity prevention, are supported through NBA Cares programs and partnerships that drive education, fundraising, and awareness.
Live, Learn or Play
Live, Learn or Play Spaces, including new and refurbished basketball courts, libraries, playgrounds, homes and technology rooms, are created in conjunction with NBA league and team community and business partners. These spaces provide the critical resources that pave the way for children’s future success.
NBA Family
The NBA's community outreach work extends beyond the league, its teams and the players. In fact, the entire NBA family, which includes former players, coaches, referees, parents, wives, community and government officials, corporate partners as well as celebrity fans, plays a vital role in enriching people’s lives.
Partnerships
Thanks to strong partnerships with internationally recognized community organizations, NBA Cares continues to positively impact lives around the world. Business partners have also joined NBA Cares in a joint effort to support projects and activities that provide ample opportunity to address a variety of social issues.
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