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PLYMKRS Foundation 2nd Annual Shoe Drive & Clinic 👟🏀 ✅ This past weekend, we hosted our 2nd Annual PLYMKRS Foundation Shoe Drive & Clinic at PS 270 in Brooklyn. We kicked things off with a free clinic, then donated over 40 pairs of brand-new basketball sneakers to the youth of Brooklyn. Moments like these remind us why we do what we do, and we couldn’t be happier with the turnout. A special thank you to everyone who donated shoes or made a financial contribution; our sponsors @pdabrooklyn , @homefrite , and @auntsetuncles for providing lunch for our participants. Thank you to Principal Brandon Scott for everything he does for us; and, of course, all of our incredible volunteers and parents. We appreciate you, we love you, and we can’t wait to see you all next year! #PLYMKRS 🏀💚 We are still taking in sneaker donations until the end of the year to continue to supply kids who couldn’t join the clinic. Feel free to DM us on how to donate or use the link in bio to donate via our Venmo! We appreciate this community! 📸: @holytoledophoto (thank you for making us look good!)

🚨 IT’S BACK 🚨 The 2nd Annual PLYMKRS Basketball Shoe Drive is officially here and we couldn’t be more excited! 🙌 Last year, with your support, we collected 75+ pairs of sneakers for young hoopers. This year, we’re aiming even higher with a goal of 100 pairs and we can’t do it without the community pulling up again! 🏀👟 We’re proud to partner with Community Partnership Charter School in Brooklyn to make sure student-athletes start their season laced up and ready to go. 📅 Donation Period: Oct 1 – Nov 7, 2025 👟 Shoe Sizes: 2Y–12 Men (NEW basketball shoes only) ✨ Ways to Donate: ▫️ Drop Off – email [email protected] or connect with Jasmine, Kenny, or Sam ▫️ Amazon Wish List – LINK IN BIO ▫️ Cash Donations – Venmo @PLYMKRS_NYC (all proceeds go towards shoes + supplies) Let’s run it back fam bigger and better than last year. Together, we can make this happen. 💪 #PLYMKRS #BasketballShoeDrive

PLYMKRS 2025 SUMMER YOUTH CLINIC ✅🏀 We’d like to extend our heartfelt thank you to all the young players and their families who joined us for the PLYMKRS Foundation 2025 Summer Clinic yesterday! The gym was filled with energy, excitement, and a true love for the game of basketball. Not only did our campers grow as players, but they all left with smiles on their faces, and that makes it all worth it. A HUGE shoutout to our incredible community of volunteers who showed up, shared their basketball knowledge, and helped these kids grow both on and off the court. This wouldn’t have been possible without you! Special thanks to @newheightsnyc for welcoming us and letting us call their facility home for the day. Photos by the incredibly talented @holytoledophoto 📸 Stay tuned for our next clinic! We can’t wait to see you back on the court! #PLYMKRSFoundationSummerClinic2025 🏀

“PLYMKRS goal is to inspire a young athlete to keep going.” Co- Founder, Sam Blackmon breaks down how our vision stays locked in on authenticity, representation, and impact; because underserved athletes deserve more than a chance, they deserve a platform. This is the community that shifts the game! Creative Direction / Strategy / Design by Andenew Ayele @and_lab Interview Video Shot by @temioko Youth Clinic Footage Shot by @bkny_mikey Video Edited by @nellatheeditor

We’re proud to reintroduce the PLYMKRS Foundation 🏀 A community-driven movement rooted in the belief that basketball is more than a game. It’s a launchpad. A tool for transformation. A place where young athletes from inner-city communities can find mentorship, build self-confidence, and unlock their full potential both on and off the court. We’re here for the 1–3 star players with untapped greatness, ready to rise. Our mission remains the same: empower the next generation with the resources we wish we had. From our weekly PLYMKRS co-ed runs, we’ve built a powerful network of players, coaches, and supporters who show up consistently, not just to hoop, but to pour back into the community. That same energy and commitment directly fuel our youth clinics, creating a bridge between adult rec play and meaningful mentorship for the next generation. A huge thank you to Andenew Ayele @and_lab as Creative Director, Strategist, and Designer for helping us bring this next chapter to life through a powerful new brand identity. This refresh is more than just visuals, it’s the energy we need to keep showing up for our community, consistently and authentically. Let’s build. 💪🏾  #PLYMKRSFoundation #MoreThanAGame #CommunityFirst #YouthEmpowerment #BasketballForGood

We’d like to send a special thank you to @slam , for sharing our story and highlighting our mission to reshape and empower youth basketball culture in New York City. The PLYMKRS Foundation is bigger than the game — it’s about creating real opportunities, building community, and inspiring the next generation. Thank you to @maxresetar and Izabella Williams for the opportunity and everyone who’s been part of the journey thus far. We’re just getting started! 🚀 🔗 Check out the full story at the link in bio! #PLYMKRS #NYC #SLAM 🏀

On November 16th, PLYMKRS hosted their First Annual Shoe Drive & Clinic at Community Partnership Charter School in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn! 🏀👟 We’re beyond grateful to our community for showing up in full force—donating 75 pairs of shoes, which was more than enough to support the amazing turnout of kids who attended. The day was packed with impactful moments, including basketball clinics, training sessions focused on strength, conditioning, and mobility and inspiring talks from our incredible trainers about how basketball has shaped their lives both on and off the court. A special thank you to Principal Brandon Scott and Community Partnership Charter School for welcoming us in and allowing us to give back to the community. A huge shoutout to our trainers,and our dedicated volunteer staff. Your support made this event possible! Big thanks for our sponsors for provided all the elements needed to make this event unforgettable. @hoopyorkcity @lipscafe__ @recesskickballleague @youthorganizing @creativecustomclothing We’re also incredibly grateful to everyone who donated shoes, time, and resources—you made this event a success and we couldn’t have done it without you! We can’t wait to see you all next year! 📸: @holytoledophoto 🎥: @and_lab #PLYMKRS #ShoeDrive #CommunityFirst #YouthBasketball #GiveBack #ClintonHill #Brooklyn #ShoeDrive2024

Last year, @myfrndscallmekenny , @jaszy__jayy and @samiamm5 joined forces to create pick-up runs for our community. As our discussions evolved, we realized we could make an even greater impact, leading to the founding of the PLYMKRS Foundation. On November 16th, we’re excited to host our 1st Annual Shoe Drive in collaboration with Community Partnership Charter School of Bed-Stuy. Our goal is to make athletic footwear more accessible to local youth. We’re collecting new and gently worn shoes to donate directly to the children at Community Partnership Charter. Donations will be accepted until November 11th, using any of the methods listed on the flyer. Thank you for your support! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out. You can also find the Amazon link in my bio! #PLYMKRSFoundation 👟🏀

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