NBA Foundation Supports The Pinball Foundation in Inspiring Young Innovators

Written By: Gino Giacomini, Director of Partnerships.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) Foundation announced its latest round of grant making today, continuing its mission to expand economic opportunity and workforce pathways for young people in under-resourced communities across the country.

We are honoured to share that the Pinball Foundation has been selected as a recipient of the NBA Foundation Round 16 Grants, supporting programs that champion creative futures and workforce readiness.

We are especially proud to join an inspiring group of local fellow grantees, through our partners at the Toronto Raptors, to expand opportunities for young people in our community.

The NBA Foundation’s commitment to empowering youth through career pathways, skills development, and access to future-focused opportunities strongly aligns with Pinball Foundation’s mission to support young people through creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning experiences.

Together, we share a common vision for:

✅ Building confidence and life skills through creative engagement

✅ Opening doors to meaningful career and education pathways

✅ Supporting workforce readiness for underserved youth

✅ Investing in the next generation of leaders and creators

We’re grateful for the NBA Foundation’s support and excited for what’s ahead as we continue this work in partnership with the Raptors and our community.

Read the full announcement here: NBA Foundation Announces Round 16 Grants Championing Creative Futures and Workforce Readiness.