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Eagles punter Braden Mann helps teen boys raise funds for trip to Africa
JANUARY 2, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia Eagles punter Braden Mann joined many other mentors as teen boys painted shoes Tuesday as part of a fundraiser for their summer trip to Africa.
The KB Foundation helped kids reach new heights at Reach Climbing and Fitness in Bridgeport
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Sports anchor Pat Gallen and producers Becca King, Sutton Sinclair and Andrew Greth were among the climbers Monday.
Purpose through exposure
as Philly high schoolers travel to Africa
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
It’s the trip of a lifetime for some Philadelphia high school students as a local non-profit aims to expose mentored kids to many things, including a trip to the Ivory Coast of Africa, with help from Philly’s biggest sports stars.
Jalen Hurts, Mo Bamba help send Philadelphia group on trip of a lifetime
August 22, 2023
Philadelphia teen boys participated in a cultural exchange during an Ivory Coast educational trip with the KB Foundation.
Jalen Hurts, Mo Bamba help send teen boys to Africa
August 9, 2023
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A group of young men from our area will take off for a trip of a lifetime Wednesday. They're heading to West Africa as part of an education abroad experience.
Several boys left their homes in the U.S. Wednesday to learn about their roots in Africa with the help of two local pro athletes.
Students Getting a Taste of the Ivory Coast
JUNE, 2023
Thanks to Jessica Kartalija of CBS Philadelphia for highlighting the 3rd of 4 pre- KB Foundation Inc. Leadership Education Aboard Program (L.E.A.P.) events with Nicholas Elmi of The Landing Kitchen!
KB Foundation Guest Mentor: Jalen Hurts Press Conference
DECEMBER 16, 2022
When there is so much going on in the lives of young people and often times they may feel there is no reason to have hope. A positive role model or mentor in your life can make a big difference. The KB Foundation Inc. was thankful to have Jalen hurts participate as a mentor for the day and share his experience with others. Thank you to Truist and everyone involved, we are certain that this day made a lasting impact on our youth.
Jalen Hurts spends a day giving back to Philadelphia community
DECEMBER 15, 2022 12:44 PM
PHILADELPHIA (USA TODAY) -- Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts visited with 12 boys who participate in the KB Foundation, an organization that targets middle-school aged youth to identify interests and future careers.
'Symbol of hope': Inside Eagles QB Jalen Hurts' day giving back to Philadelphia community
DECEMBER 15, 2022 12:03 PM
PHILADELPHIA (USA TODAY) -- The first stop was Hurts' longest of the day because of his connection to the KB Foundation, which happened by pure chance. Over the summer, Hurts was filming a commercial at the Phield House where the KB Foundation was holding its Saturday basketball clinic (two hours of tutoring, two hours of playing).
NBA standout helps 4 Philadelphia kids experience Ivory Coast
OCTOBER 25, 2022 6:55 PM
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- It's amazing what can happen when young people get to see the world beyond their neighborhoods. One group of kids expanded their horizons with the help of an NBA standout.
Mentoring Camp Teaches Kids Life Lessons
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 12:18 PM
KB Power Mentoring Camp is helping Philadelphia kids valuable life lessons, from how to change a tire to swimming to cooking healthy food. The lessons are designed to show young men a path to support and mentor others — and themselves.
Summer Camp
Gives Kids Chance to
Transform Through Mentorship
JULY 13, 2021 12:59 PM
Founder Kirk Berry talks to NBC10’s Lucy Bustamante about how the KB Foundation is giving young people a chance to attend mentoring camp and what it can mean to their lives.