For the second year in a row, Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey and his non-profit, the Tyrese Maxey Foundation, have announced a “Friends & Family Weekend,” a three-day event taking place later this Summer.
“I’m really excited about bringing Friends & Family Weekend back for a second year,” said Maxey. “It’s a blessing to interact with amazing people and kids across these three days and raise money to help strengthen the Philadelphia community.”
Since coming to Philadelphia, Maxey has made a point to connect with the Greater Philadelphia community. Established in 2021, the Tyrese Maxey Foundation has hosted toy drives, holiday turkey giveaways, back-to-school giveaways, and more, working hard to uplift the local community.
Last year’s Friends & Family Weekend began with Maxey announcing a $1 million charitable pledge, coming shortly after the young star signed a max contract with the Sixers.
This year, the Tyrese Maxey Foundation’s Friends & Family Weekend once again features three days of events, including the Night of Giving Dinner, a Celebrity Golf Tournament, and the 1% Skills Camp.
The Night of Giving will take place on Thursday, July 31, at Filter Club, 24 S 24th St. The evening features a mixer followed by dinner and a fireside chat with Tyrese Maxey. During the event, Tyrese Maxey Foundation Scholars and a community partner who made an impactful change in the Philadelphia area will be recognized. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Day two features a Celebrity Golf Tournament, taking place at The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale, 3801 Grant Ave., on Friday, Aug. 1. This year, over 70 golfers will take to the course for 18 rounds of golf to raise funds for the Tyrese Maxey Foundation.
The Tyrese Maxey Foundation’s Friends & Family Weekend closes with the free-to-attend 1% Skills Camp on Aug. 2 at William Penn Charter School, 3000 W School House Ln. This year will see over 250 Philadelphia kids in attendance, ranging from ages 7 to 12. The children in attendance will join Tyrese Maxey and other basketball pros to learn how to get 1% better as an athlete. Campers will be led by Maxey through drills and competitions, receive gear, backpacks, and enjoy a lunch with Maxey.
For more information or to register for Friends and Family Weekend, visit tyresemaxeyfoundation.com.
