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We’re twenty years and counting in our mission to help Atlanta students and families

We’ve been celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Future Foundation this year.  What started as an idea among my wife, Delicia, my sister, Qaddirah, and myself to help kids from our old elementary school get more academic assistance has turned into a strong, mission-driven Foundation that provides a wide range of services to Atlanta youth…

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The power and potential of meaningful partnerships

Have you ever had a partnership—maybe with a teacher, coach, or colleague—that was instrumental in your life or your growth? Those types of partnerships are so valuable—the right ones can make all the difference. In my life so far, I’ve been blessed with a number of great partnerships. I’ve had partnerships with great coaches, who…

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Sometimes a new perspective is all it takes to change your life

I grew up in Southwest Atlanta in a big family that didn’t have a lot of resources and didn’t live in a great neighborhood. When I was starting high school, my mom—who at that point was separated from my dad—moved us north of the city, to a new neighborhood with better schools. I, however, wanted…

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About Shareef
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You might know me as a former NBA athlete. During my 12-year career as a pro athlete, I played for the Vancouver Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Sacramento Kings. I was also a member of the U.S. Olympics Men’s Basketball Team that won gold in 2000.

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G League: More than Just a Pipeline for NBA Players

It's January and the 2022-23 NBA G League season is well underway! It is the time of the season where G League players signing to the NBA teams picks up. Congratulations to the 15 players who have earned Gatorade Call ups so far this season. In the ...

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5 Questions I Ask Myself at the End of Every New Year

I think it's only natural to take some time for self-reflection as we move into a new year. This is when I stop to take an inventory of my life, both professionally and personally, and set new goals for myself. The Importance of a Personal ...

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