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The Man Who
Started It.
Keifer Sykes
Keifer Sykes is a professional basketball player hailing from Chicago’s South-east Side, known for his tenacity and grit both on and off the court. Growing up in one of the city's toughest neighborhoods, Sykes used basketball as a way to escape the violence and adversity around him. Despite facing numerous obstacles, including the loss of his father, he excelled at both Marshall High School and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, where he became a standout player. His journey from the streets of Chicago to professional basketball has been marked by perseverance, hard work, and a deep commitment to giving back to his community through his Free10 Foundation.
The Misson
WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
The Free10Foundation mission is to help underprivileged families that have been affected by gun Violence, drugs, mass incarceration, and all crisis.
The Free10 Foundation has already made a positive impact by hosting basketball camps, providing scholarships, and offering mentorship programs to underprivileged youth in urban communities. Through its initiatives, the foundation has helped thousands of young athletes improve their skills, stay focused on education, and build a pathway toward future success. Additionally, the foundation’s outreach efforts have fostered a sense of community, inspiring participants to give back and lead by example.
This growing influence continues to expand as the foundation creates more opportunities for youth development in sports and academics.