The Gary Payton II Foundation

What The Gary Payton II Foundation does

The Gary Payton II Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2021 by Golden State Warriors NBA player Gary Payton II and headquartered in Oakland, California. Its mission is to raise awareness of dyslexia, fund early screenings and certified evaluations, and provide educational resources and youth programming for children and families affected by language-based learning challenges — with explicit emphasis on minority and underdiagnosed communities. Core programs include the Dyslexia Evaluation Scholarship, the EduConnect Educator Resource Scholarship, the annual Elite Youth Basketball Camp (serving 200+ young athletes with full scholarships for dyslexic youth), the Wellness Initiative (a mobile wellness truck delivering on-site screenings in partnership with Mobilize Love and UCSF Dyslexia Center), the EduConnect Education Initiative, and the Equalize the Odds Initiative. Resource hubs for teachers, parents, and tutors, plus an Exclusive Access membership program, complete the programmatic surface.

The foundation's revenue model is donor-funded rather than commercial: individual donations via Every.org, corporate and foundation sponsorships, and proceeds from signature fundraising events. The foundation is family-run, with CEO/Founder Gary Payton II and co-executive directors Monique Payton (mother) and Raquel Payton-Childs (sister), supported by an advisory board and volunteers (1-10 employees total). Distribution occurs through direct community engagement, the wellness truck, school partnerships (e.g., Charles Armstrong School), online scholarship applications, and community workshops on rights (FAPE, 504 plans, IEPs) delivered with DREDF.

Monetization is event-driven and donor-driven. Key signals include the March 2024 inaugural Pouring Possibilities Wine Mixer in Napa, which raised over $80,000 against a $50,000 goal; the October 2024 Bet on Dyslexia Casino Night for a Cause; a one-time $75,000 gift from the NBA and Kaiser Permanente tied to the 2022 Bob Lanier Community Assist Award; an unspecified six-figure family donation; and recurring individual contributions through Every.org plus corporate sponsorships (e.g., Serenity Nonprofit Behavioral Health Services). Programs are provided free to qualifying families. The foundation has stated a $1 million fundraising goal for future expansion and is in the early stages of geographic expansion, with a second Elite Youth Basketball Camp scheduled for Las Vegas in July 2025.

Name

The Gary Payton II Foundation

Legal name

Gary Payton II Foundation

Website

https://gpiifoundation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Gary Payton II Foundation is a 2021-founded, Oakland-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit led by NBA player Gary Payton II that funds dyslexia evaluations, early screenings, educator resources, and youth basketball programs for families and children affected by dyslexia, primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Disability Advocacy and Education

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parent & Caregiver Training for LD/Dyslexia Support (EDAKAJAJ), Dyslexia & Reading Intervention Programs (EDAMAJAI), Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ)

Keywords

• Dyslexia awareness
• Learning disability support
• Nonprofit foundation
• Youth education programs
• Community outreach

Headquarters

HQ city

Oakland, CA

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The foundation accepts donations through Every.org platform, receiving contributions from individuals supporting dyslexia awareness and youth empowerment causes.
2. Fundraising Events: Hosting signature events like the Pouring Possibilities Wine Mixer and Bet on Dyslexia Casino Night to raise funds for dyslexia scholarships and assessments.
3. Sponsorships: Corporate and foundation sponsorships for youth camps and events, including partnerships with organizations like Serenity Nonprofit Behavioral Health Services sponsoring the Las Vegas camp.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Gary Payton II Foundation is a nonprofit that raises awareness of dyslexia, funds certified dyslexia evaluations for youth, and provides scholarships, educational resources, youth basketball camps, and community wellness programming. It operates a mobile wellness truck delivering on-site dyslexia screenings and connects families with tutoring, educator tools, and advocacy workshops across the San Francisco Bay Area.

Product overview

The Gary Payton II Foundation (GPII Foundation) is a nonprofit organization focused on dyslexia awareness, early screening, detection, and certified assessment for youth and young adults with language-based learning challenges. The foundation operates as a unified charitable mission rather than a commercial product platform, offering a portfolio of programs including the Dyslexia Evaluation Scholarship, the EduConnect Educator Resource Scholarship, the Elite Youth Basketball Camp, and three core initiatives: the Wellness Initiative (featuring a mobile wellness truck), the GPII EduConnect Education Initiative, and the Equalize the Odds Initiative. These programs are supported by resource hubs for teachers, parents, and tutoring, as well as community events such as the Pouring Possibilities Wine Mixer and Casino Night for a Cause. The foundation also maintains an Exclusive Access membership for donors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GPII Youth Camp: Annual basketball youth camp supporting students with dyslexia
• Wellness Initiative
• GPII EduConnect Education Initiative
• Equalize The Odds Initiative

Products and services

• Dyslexia Evaluation Scholarship Scholarship program that funds certified dyslexia evaluations for youth and young adults, helping families afford the cost of formal assessments to diagnose dyslexia and access necessary accommodations.
• EduConnect Educator Resource Scholarship Scholarship program providing educators with resources and training to support students with dyslexia, including partnerships with organizations like Project Read that offer AI-powered reading support tools.
• GPII Elite Youth Basketball Camp Annual basketball camp serving over 200 young athletes with a focus on students with dyslexia, offering free scholarships, nutritious lunches, and motivational guest speakers to build confidence, character, and community.
• Wellness Initiative Year-round program providing physical, mental, and educational wellness services in minority Bay Area communities through a mobile wellness truck that offers on-site dyslexia screenings and educational resources.
• GPII EduConnect Education Initiative Year-round training and educational program for children and adults with dyslexia, featuring seminars, workshops, and community outreach to foster awareness, provide resources, and support holistic development for those affected by dyslexia.
• Equalize the Odds Initiative Year-round initiative dedicated to creating equal opportunities for individuals with dyslexia by eliminating barriers, fostering inclusivity, and providing family-wide support to ensure every person can reach their full potential regardless of neurodiversity.
• Exclusive Access Club Membership program providing insider updates, exclusive content, behind-the-scenes interviews with Gary Payton II and the foundation team, and invitations to exclusive foundation events.

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mobilize LovecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partnership to provide after-school programs for Bay Area youth and operate the wellness truck that brings dyslexia screenings directly to families in Oakland and San Francisco.
• UCSF Dyslexia CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClinical partner providing dyslexia assessments and screenings through the wellness truck program. UCSF experts contribute educational content and screening services.
• Decoding Dyslexia CAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrassroots dyslexia advocacy organization that partnered with GPII for Reading Rally events and youth engagement at Warriors games.
• Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosted virtual 'Know Your Rights' workshop educating families about FAPE, 504 plans, IEPs, and dispute resolution for children with learning disabilities.
• Charles Armstrong SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialized school in San Francisco for students with dyslexia where GPII runs dyslexia simulation workshops.
• Project ReadcoreTechnology or IntegrationAI-powered reading support platform created by Stanford teachers and AI experts. GPII connects families with this personalized reading intervention tool.
• GoodTidings FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-hosted December 2024 Christmas Giveback event supporting families during the holiday season.
• JTA FoundationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnered for backpack giveaways and spooky toy drives supporting youth in the community.
• Chik-fil-AminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-hosted August 2024 Back to School Drive providing supplies to students.
• St. Baptist ChurchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual turkey drive partnership during November holidays to support families in the community.
• Children's Health Clinic (CHC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner providing educational tools and resources to students through foundation programs.
• Morrissey ComptonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner providing innovative educational tools and resources for students.
• Serenity Nonprofit Behavioral Health ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of the July 2025 Las Vegas Elite Youth Basketball Camp.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Decoding Dyslexia CA: Grassroots California advocacy organization for dyslexia awareness and policy reform. GPII is an active partner on Reading Rallies and Warriors games, sharing a near-identical mission of community-based dyslexia advocacy and family empowerment.
• National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD): National advocacy and resource organization for children with learning disabilities including dyslexia. Shares GPII's parent/teacher support and policy advocacy focus on FAPE, 504 plans, and IEPs.
• Made by Dyslexia: Global nonprofit co-founded by Kate Griggs to redefine how the world understands and supports dyslexia through awareness, educator training, and employer resources. Comparable celebrity/champion-driven, awareness-led nonprofit model targeting similar outcomes for dyslexic youth.
• Learning Ally: National nonprofit providing audiobooks, parent resources, and educator tools for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Overlaps with GPII's parent and educator resource hubs and reading intervention focus.
• International Dyslexia Association (IDA): The leading national nonprofit advancing literacy and evidence-based instruction for people with dyslexia. Operates similar educator training, parent resources, and tutor directories (IDA California Tutors), directly overlapping with GPII's resource hub model.

Broad incumbents

• Understood.org: Major digital-first nonprofit serving parents of children with learning and attention issues including dyslexia, with extensive resource libraries, expert content, and advocacy. Overlaps with GPII's parent and teacher resource hubs at significantly greater scale.
• KultureCity: National nonprofit improving disability inclusion and access, co-founded by philanthropist philanthropist and supported by athletes and entertainers. Comparable celebrity-led disability-focused nonprofit with event-driven community programming.
• Athletes for Hope: Nonprofit coalition of high-profile athletes supporting charitable causes through grants, fundraising, and capacity-building. Directly comparable athlete-founded nonprofit model with similar donor activation and event-driven fundraising mechanics.
• Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity: University-affiliated research and awareness center advancing scientific understanding and advocacy for dyslexia. Comparable mission and broader institutional scale, providing clinical credibility similar to GPII's UCSF partnership.

Regional players

• Charles Armstrong School: Bay Area private school exclusively serving students with language-based learning differences including dyslexia. GPII runs dyslexia simulation workshops at this site; comparable regional dyslexia-specialty institution with overlapping family/educator beneficiary base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles4 records

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