Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Seattle Seahawks

Youth Empowerment

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Family Foundation
“I chose my organization to highlight the youth in the Rockwall Texas, Columbus Ohio, and Seattle area. My cause is greater than football. It’s a personal mission to support, inspire, and lead.”
The Smith-Njigba Family Foundation is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through a lifestyle of service grounded in resilience, integrity, and hard work. Rooted in grace and driven by a lion-hearted spirit, the foundation fosters self-belief, perseverance, and personal growth. For Jaxon, this mission is a calling: through meaningful acts of service, they seek to reflect the values that shaped his life and help others build legacies of their own.

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.