What an incredible day at Valley View Rec Center! The community came together for an inspiring event featuring NBA legends and leaders who are passionate about giving back. With the support of the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA), we welcomed Eric “Broadway” Jones, Keith Starr, Marcus Banks, Brandon Anderson, Warren Rosegreen, Councilwoman Monica Larsen, […]
A Summer Day Teamed with Purpose On June 27, 2025, Shooting for Peace brought some serious energy to Middle Fitness & Wellness Center on Reedbird Avenue in Brooklyn, MD (not NYC Brooklyn—they’re Baltimore neighbors!). Over 100 local kids joined NBA legend Jerome “Junkyard Dog” Williams, community figures like Philip Blackwell, and a Chase bank rep, Joel
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On May 29, 2025, students at Howard D. Woodson High School in Washington, D.C., got more than just a basketball showcase—they experienced a day that mixed hoops, heart, and real-life lessons. NBA legend Jerome “Junk Yard Dog” Williams brought his national program Shooting for Peace to his hometown, teaming up with Call Bank Chase and
A Game-Changing Event for Brooklyn Students Brooklyn high school students recently got a unique experience that combined basketball and financial education. The Shooting for Peace program, in partnership with the New York Knicks, JPMorgan Chase, NBA Alumni Chapters: Las Vegas and New York, and the AAU Council, hosted an interactive session at the High School
Shooting for Peace Brings Financial Literacy and Wellness to Thurgood Marshall High School San Francisco, CA – On February 13, 2025, just before the excitement of NBA All-Star Weekend, Shooting for Peace teamed up with NBA legends, JP Morgan Chase, and AAU Sports to bring an unforgettable experience to the students of Thurgood Marshall
Carver High’s Event with Shooting for Peace and JP Morgan Chase Baltimore, MD – Carver Vocational High School recently teamed up with **Shooting for Peace** and **JP Morgan Chase** for a day dedicated to motivating students and encouraging them to explore career paths in skilled trades. The event brought in NBA legend Jerome “JYD” Williams
Baltimore, MD recently hosted an incredible event that combined basketball, mentorship, and community spirit. The “Future Pros” event, powered by IP Famba, brought together kids from across the area for a day of fun and learning with some of the biggest names in basketball. Jerome “JYD” Williams, Charles “Choo” Smith, and Eric “Broadway” Jones led
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition Presented To Jerome Williams
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SPIRE Institute Host Shooting For Peace in Cleveland In 2022 The Basketball legends teamed up with the SPIRE institute during the 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend to put on an amazing Shooting For Peace event. The event consisted of the SPIRE basketball program and local students from the CLeveland surrounding areas. The students were able to
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