Let 'Em Play Foundation
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The F. Howard Mayo - Let ‘Em Play Foundation was created in 2012 by the Portland Basketball Officials
The Let ‘Em Play Foundation was created in 2012 by the Portland Basketball Officials Association (PBOA) to honor the 36 year career of then commissioner Howard Mayo by providing scholarships that pay the participation fees for students playing High School basketball at those schools serviced by the PBOA who otherwise might not be able to participate. Since it’s inception, the funds for the foundat
04/16/2025
🏀 Real Stories. Real Support.
At Lincoln High School, two student-athletes are chasing their dreams—despite facing challenges far beyond the basketball court.
🧑🎓 One student, living with his older brother, works late nights to help out at home. We’re helping him focus on what matters most—school, growth, and just being a kid.
🚍 Another rides public transportation two hours each way just to attend class and practice. His commitment is unmatched.
💥 Through the Let 'Em Play Foundation, we were able to cover their basketball fees, equipment, and expenses—removing the barriers that could’ve kept them off the court.
💌 The thank you card from their team says it all. Your support makes this possible.
12/09/2022
It’s the PERFECT time to get in the Holiday Spirit! Support the Let ‘Em Play Foundation at the Annual Christmas Tree Sale!
Print and bring this photo - $10 of your tree purchase will go to LEP! 🌲
11/30/2021
Since our inception, we have provided over $16,000 to more than
100 student-athletes from 25 schools. The foundation funds have
helped high school athletes participate in their basketball programs,
when then may not have otherwise been able to, due to family
financial difficulties.
Please head on over to http://www.letemplay.org/donate/ for
12/01/2020
For it is in giving that we receive 🏀
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04/10/2019
Remembering F. Howard Mayo:
Remembering F. Howard Mayo - Let 'Em Play It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of F. Howard Mayo. Howard was a great mentor to all of us and had many accomplishments, including his 2008 …
11/02/2018
Since it’s inception, the funds for the Let ‘Em Play Foundation have come mostly from referees in the PBOA.
The Let ‘Em Play Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing financial help to student athletes in order to “Let ‘Em Play” high school basketball in the Greater Portland Metro Area!
11/02/2018
“Without officials, it’s just recess.” - F. Howard Mayo
In 2012, the PBOA chose to honor Howard’s service to high school basketball by establishing the Let ’Em Play Scholarship Fund. That eventually grew and became the Let ‘Em Play Scholarship Foundation that provides scholarships to pay the participation fees that allow student athletes to participate in high school basketball.
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PO Box 14734
Portland, OR
97293