The Ayton Family Foundation:
Giving back to the communities that raised us.
MISSION
We support and implement culturally competent, community-driven initiatives that provide nourishment of mind and body.
VISION
A world where every child can Play, every family is Nourished, and every community is Rooted in opportunity.
How we make an Impact
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Youth development through sports.
Jr. NBA clinics, court refurbishments, mentorship, gear distribution.
Every child deserves a safe place to play and dream.
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Food security and wellness.
Holiday drives, nutrition education, local grocery stores and gardens, cultural food events.
Food is love, health, and culture — all come to the table.
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Caribbean community building.
Bahamas national team support; Jamaica community clinics; diaspora engagement.
Honoring where we come from to strengthen where we’re going.
PLAY
NOURISH
ROOTS
PLAY NOURISH ROOTS
RECENT WINS
Bahamas Inaugural Fundraiser
AFF raised $75,000 to support Bahamas’ national team & youth programs.
Ayton family Foundation X SüprMarkt LA
Partnered with SüprMarkt LA to expand food access and support community education programs in South Los Angeles.
The first project in Jamaica: upgraded Cedar Spring Community Center with games, food, school supplies, and health services.
Cedar Spring Center Revitalized
JR NBA Camp in Bahamas (Summer 2024)
Deandre funded and hosted the first Jr. NBA Clinic in Nassau with the Bahamas Basketball Federation, featuring a youth clinic and a coaching session led by the Jr. NBA and national team coaches Chris Demarco and Yolett McPhee-McCuin.
