LeBron James and Savannah James mark a major milestone for children in their hometown ahead of the new season | NBA News
LeBron James, the former Los Angeles Lakers, might be gearing up for seemingly his last season on the court but he continues to remain dedicated to his hometown, Akron. Throughout the last two decades, Stephen Curry and his wife, Ayesha Curry, have actively worked towards improving lives of people in Akron and now, they have marked another milestone.
LeBron James’ foundation makes another impact in the lives of children belonging to the star player’s hometown in Akron
A few hours ago, LeBron James’ foundation, the LeBron James Family Foundation, made a post about how the I PROMISE School has marked nine years of its existence today.The post shows pictures of children coming back to school with a caption that read as, “Nine years ago, we made a promise to show up for our students, believe in what they could become, and walk alongside them every step of the way. 💚 While so much has evolved within our I PROMISE ecosystem, the heart of that promise hasn’t. 🙌 As we welcome another class through our doors, we’re excited to continue watching students grow, families become stronger, and our community come together.”The post added, “From the House system to I PROMISE Athletics and everything in between, the I PROMISE School has evolved alongside our students, building growth, accountability, camaraderie and, most importantly, family. ❤️💛💜🖤💙 We believe in our students.”The post continued, “We believe in the power of education, the strength of our families, and the bonds that carry us through life’s ups and downs because “We Are Family” isn’t just something we say. It’s a way of life. Year 9 is more than just another chapter. It’s another year to believe in what’s possible.”
LeBron James has worked tirelessly for communities in Akron even as he became one of the greatest athletes in the world
For the unversed, while LeBron James’ foundation, the LeBron James Family Foundation, has worked for people coming from different backgrounds in Akron, the star player launched I PROMISE to work on education and overall development of children belonging to his hometown in Ohio.Apart from I PROMISE School, there is also I PROMISE HealthQuarters, which was launched in 2024 to provide medical care for people belonging to Akron.While the 42 year old NBA icon has been a force to be reckoned with on the court, LeBron James has continuously worked for the development of his hometown.Both he and his wife, the popular entrepreneur Savannah James, have remained committed to their foundation even as they have managed their busy public and personal lives, for the last two decades.At this point in time, all eyes remain on LeBron James as he gears up to play for his new team, the Philadelphia 76ers, as many analysts assume that he will be announcing his retirement at the end of the upcoming season.
