The LEAD Foundation

🏀 The 2025 L.E.A.D. Basketball League wrapped up last night in unforgettable fashion! An evening full of smiles, laughs, and heart-filled basketball.

🙏 A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for believing in our mission and investing in our communities youth.

👏 To our players: your heart, hustle, and commitment lit up the court every game—you are the reason this league shines.

💪 And to the Aspire trainers: your mentorship, coaching, and leadership on and off the court made all the difference.

Together, we created more than a league, we built a family, a community, and a legacy. Until next season! 🔥

Back to School Supply Drive 🎒📚

We’re collecting backpacks and school supplies at Aspire Athletic Club to help local students start the year prepared!

🗓 Drop-off: August 11–29
📍 Location: 3637 Carman Rd, Schenectady, NY

Your donations—big or small—make a real difference.

Support Youth Wellness—One Order at a Time! 🫶

On June 10, grab a delicious smoothie bowl, blend, or treat from Bare Blends Stuyvesant Plaza and help support The LEAD Foundation!

💻 Order online or in-store — just use promo code FUNDRAISER at checkout

Up to 30% of your purchase will be donated to LEAD!

Your support helps us provide scholarships, wellness events, recreational leagues, mentorship, and more—creating a safe, supportive space for adolescent growth and development.

Can’t make it? You can still support us with a donation at 🔗 the-lead-foundation.com

Aspire Athletic Club + The LEAD Foundation giving back to the community 🤝

Some of our members took part in the recent Guilderland Town Clean Up. We’re all about making a positive impact where we live. Thanks to everyone who came out to help!

Gardy Classic T-Shirts Now Available 🚨

In-store and on the Aspire App — $25 donation.
All proceeds benefit The LEAD Foundation & Special Olympics New York!

🌟 Apply for the L.E.A.D. 2024-2025 Scholarship!

At L.E.A.D., we believe in aspiring to greatness and relentlessly pursuing your goals. There are no limits to your potential, and we’re here to help you chase your dreams!

If you’re a high school senior in the Capital Region ready to make a positive impact, apply for our scholarship today!

💻 Apply now at www.the-lead-foundation.com

Good food, great cause. Thanks to everyone who joined us at Chipotle to support the L.E.A.D. Foundation!

📣 1 WEEK AWAY 📣

🌯 Eat for a cause! Join us at the Chipotle Mexican Grill in Stuyvesant Plaza on April 9th from 4-8 PM to support The L.E.A.D. Foundation! 25% of event sales will be donated—just show this flyer in-store or use code B96N6D9 when ordering online for pickup. Let’s make a difference together! 💙

🌯 Eat for a cause! Join us at the Chipotle Mexican Grill in Stuyvesant Plaza on April 9th from 4-8 PM to support The L.E.A.D. Foundation! 25% of event sales will be donated—just show this flyer in-store or use code B96N6D9 when ordering online for pickup. Let’s make a difference together! 💙

🌟 Apply for the L.E.A.D. 2024-2025 Scholarships!

At L.E.A.D., we believe in aspiring to greatness and relentlessly pursuing your goals. There are no limits to your potential, and we’re here to help you chase your dreams!

If you’re a high school senior in the Capital Region ready to make a positive impact, apply for our scholarship today!

💻 Apply now at www.the-lead-foundation.com

Help us make a difference! 🏀

The L.E.A.D. Foundation is launching The LEAD League—a FREE basketball league for kids in Schenectady, Troy, and Albany. This program provides uniforms, transportation, coaching, and a safe space for young athletes who may not otherwise have access to organized sports.

We need your support to make this happen! Your donation helps cover equipment, referees, and program costs, giving these kids the opportunity they deserve.

💛 Every dollar counts—Donate today: https://gofund.me/b1bd0319

Onto Week 2 of the Troy Wellness Program! 💙 Week 1 was a success, and all the participants received and loved their new L.E.A.D. gear! We’re having so much fun working with these kids already 👏