Promoting change, encouraging compassion, and advocating for equality in healthcare to inspire our leaders of tomorrow.

Our Mission

CARING
CREATES
CHANGE

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EVENTS

From courtside to community impact—discover events, stories, and how the Lenny Wilkens Foundation makes a difference.

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IN THE NEWS

Randy Wilkens and Spencer Haywood present the Lenny Wilkens Sports Leadership Award, honoring a legacy of leadership, service, and community impact.

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SPONSORSHIP

Helping kids starts with a helping hand from you. There are many ways to participate.

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Our Founder

3-TIME HALL OF FAMER

For Over 40 Years, the Lenny Wilkens Foundation has given back to the community that embraced him as a hall of fame player, coach, and champion…

Meet the Legend
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