Jaelan Phillips

Philadelphia Eagles

Youth Empowerment

The Jaelan Phillips Foundation
“I’m passionate about empowering youth, and my foundation is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of artists, athletes, and leaders.”
The Jaelan Phillips Foundation inspires the next generation to dream beyond boundaries. Through music education, sports, and mentorship, the foundation opens doors for young people to explore their passions and build meaningful futures. In addition to its annual Thanksgiving and Christmas events, the foundation will soon launch the JPF Music Fund at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, providing instruments, recording equipment, and other resources to cancer patients in the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Program and Alex’s Place.

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.