NBA Veteran Josh Powell established the 21 Reasons to Give Foundation in 2009 to proactively address the needs of youth in
communities from North Carolina to Georgia. Since it’s inception, the foundation has supported a variety of
community focused events and programs which include :
– Celebrity school and hospital visits
– Basketball clinics and camps (several U.S. cities)
– Toy drives
– Funded computer labs
– Sponsored and hosted children and families at professional sports games
– Supported Habitat for Humanity projects
– Partnered with other non-profit organizations
– Sponsored Dreamnight at Zoo Atlanta (private event for terminally ill children and their families)
July 27-29, 2012, will mark the fourth annual weekend however the first time the 21 Reasons to Give Foundation will host a weekend in Atlanta “Inspire Greatness and Resilience”, prior weekends have been in Raleigh, North Carolina where Josh attended college at North Carolina State University.
Josh believes, “What sets us apart is our dedication to really looking into each community we come into and seeing what their needs are.”
So what are Josh Powell’s 21 Reasons to Give Back?
It’s important to Josh Powell to pay it forward by giving back to communities and families in a meaningful way. There are 21 fundamental principles that guide his 21 Reasons to Give.
Fundamental Reason #1: Empowerment
Fundamental Reason #2: Mentoring
Fundamental Reason #3: Education
Fundamental Reason #4: Service
Fundamental Reason #5: Financial Knowledge
Fundamental Reason #6: Provide Leadership and Demonstrate Excellence
Fundamental Reason #7: Strengthen Communities
Fundamental Reason #8: Expose Children to Arts and Culture
Fundamental Reason #9: Challenge the Minds of Youth
Fundamental Reason #10: Promote Healthy Living via Sports
Fundamental Reason #11: Encourage Volunteerism
Fundamental Reason #12: Support Cultural Diversity
Fundamental Reason #13: Inspire Greatness and Resilience
Fundamental Reason #14: Give Time and Talent
Fundamental Reason #15: Cultivate and Develop Tomorrow’s Leaders
Fundamental Reason #16: Impart Self-Respect and Integrity
Fundamental Reason #17: Promote the Power of Team Work
Fundamental Reason #18: Expand the Skills and Talents of Youth
Fundamental Reason #19: Contribute to Society in Meaningful Ways
Fundamental Reason #20: Develop Decision Making Skills and Values
Fundamental Reason #21: Build Character
To learn more about Josh Powell and 21 Reasons to Give Foundation visit www.josh21powell.com and follow Josh on Twitter @JP21Reasons!
