Brandon Parker

San Francisco 49ers

Health & Disease Awareness

MEF2C Family Foundation
The MEF2C Family Foundation is a community built by families who understand the challenges and questions of MEF2C-related disorders firsthand. They bring together caregivers, advocates, and professionals to share knowledge, support one another, and champion progress. Their mission is simple but profound: to empower families through connection, guidance, and the promise that no one navigating MEF2C ever has to feel alone.

FEATURED PLAYERS CAUSES

Derrick Barnes is helping Detroit youth unlock confidence and possibility

Derrick Barnes knows what can happen when a young person has someone in their corner. That’s why he’s championing DBG Detroit, a mentorship-powered program where students explore their talents, build confidence, and discover what’s possible. From hands-on support to creative opportunities — including collaborating with a DBG teen on his custom cleats — Derrick is helping the next generation see a future they can truly own.