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MAKE A DIFFERENCE

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Students supported with college scholarships

Children have received over 500K Toys and Holiday Items

Families have received holiday essentials

OUR IMPACT

Discover the Magic Johnson Foundation’s mission to enhance health, wellness, education, and economic opportunities in underserved communities. Learn about our impact and how you can contribute.

Magic Johnson Foundation - Empowering Communities for Over 30 Years

Mission

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Magic Johnson Foundation (MJF) is established.

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The 1st Toy Drive & Holiday Party kicks off – kids enjoy a Holiday Movie, face painting, arts & crafts, breakfast, Santa, and toys.

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Kids Mardi Gras, an annual event, offers rides, face painting, games, autographs, performances, and more to underserved children.

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The Taylor Michaels Scholarship launches aiding academically strong students with financial aid for colleges & universities.

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MJF teams up with Los Angeles-based AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) to open four HIV/AIDS clinics throughout California and Florida.

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Community Empowerment Centers are created as a technology initiative for 501(c)(3) organizations to grant & empower the underserved.

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MJF Testing is established to make HIV screenings routine and ultimately stop the spread of the disease.

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MJF launches job fairs to provide resources and support career advancement in underserved communities.

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Inaugural Holiday Hope program in partnership with Feed the Children launches in Detroit, MI serving 2000 families in need.

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The Earvin Johnson, Sr. Scholarship honors Mr. Johnson’s father supports Michigan State students with financial aid for Universities.

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MJF partners with Target to bring Los Angeles area kids of all ages a one-of-a-kind shopping experience and holiday party.