Jalen McLeod

Jacksonville Jaguars

Social Justice

Peace for DC
Peace For DC is committed to ending gun violence and building a safer, more hopeful future for everyone in the District. Through community-rooted public safety strategies — including violence intervention, trauma healing, youth empowerment, systems change, and coordinated action — they work to protect the city’s most vulnerable and create lasting pathways to peace.

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.