Join Us
“Change a Life to Save a Life”
OUR CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Coming Summer 2027
Bronx, NY
Nathan D. Allsbrooks Youth Enrichment Facility
A State-of-the-Art Athletic Facilty
Capital Campaign Goals
The Nathan D. Allsbrooks Youth Enrichment Facility is a State-of-the-Art Athletic Facility that will provide a much-needed safe haven for the youth.
We believe that this facility will not only honor the legacy of our son Nathan D. Allsbrooks but will also provide a safe and enriching environment for our youth to thrive by offering academic support, mentorship, scholarships and athletic opportunities.
We seek to uplift the community and combat the pervasive issues of gun-violence in a positive and nurturing environment.
The facility will serve as a comprehensive youth development center, with programs designed to nurture both physical and mental growth.
THE FACILITY WILL FEATURE:
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Four high school basketball regulation courts (potentially as a practice site to professional teams or where outside basketball programs can benefit, ie, AAU, Tournaments, High School and College showcases, Corporate games and Tournaments for other sports)
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1,200 seat retractable bleachers
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A 250-capacity banquet/multiple purpose room
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Gun-Violence prevention and life skills mentoring program
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Academic support programs including computer labs and tutoring
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Health and Wellness activities
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Fitness room and concession area
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Arcade and game room
In addition to the physical space, the facility will host annual basketball tournaments, scholarship programs, and college showcases to help young athletes pursue higher education.
THE PRIMARY GOALS OF THE FACILTY ARE TO:
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Reduce gun-violence by providing a safe and constructive environment for inner-city youth.
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Increase high school graduation and college enrollment rates by offering academic tutoring and mentoring.
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Promote physical fitness and wellness through organized sports and recreational activities.
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Foster leadership and life skills through mentoring and educational programs.
Thank you,
John Allsbrooks, President
Cherise Smith, Vice President
Our Vison
The Nathan D. Allsbrooks Foundation has allowed us the avenue to shed light in the midst of a dark, bleak world, provide hope to the youth that feel they are in a hopeless situation and strength to parents and families who think they cannot make it. We have seen many changed lives keeping us acutely aware of how important our efforts really are.
To ensure the long-term success of the Nathan D. Allsbrooks Youth Enrichment Facility, we have established partnerships with local schools, community organizations and businesses. We plan to sustain the facility through a combination of fundraising events, program fees and continued grant support. Additionally, we will offer corporate sponsorship opportunities to local and national businesses.
With your support, we can create a safe and effective environment for the next generation, helping them to avoid the dangers of gun violence and achieve their full potential.
ESTIMATE BUDGET
The total cost for the Nathan D. Allsbrooks Youth Enrichment Facility is estimated to be $20 million. Below is a breakdown of key expenses:
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Land Acquisition: $3 million
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Building Construction: $15 million
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Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E): $1 million
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Basketball Training Equipment: $500,000
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Scholarship Program: $500,000
The participation of everyone is encouraged from individuals, to parents, small businesses and to large businesses and corporations. Every gift is imported to the success of this campaign.
Together, we can build a brighter future for the Bronx community. Help us achieve this goal to create a facility that will serve as a staple for the Bronx’s youth.
SPONSORSHIP
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Partners ($100,000 +) Building Construction
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Sponsors ($25,000 - $100,000) Land Acquisition
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Contributors (up to - $25,000) FF&E and Basketball Training Equipment
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Supporters (less than- $1,000) Scholarship Program
WAYS TO GIVE
Capital campaigns are built on vision, mission and dreams, which are strong motivating factors for people to give. We want to start off on the right foot by raising the monies. The Nathan D. Allsbrooks Foundation is a non-profit organization, 501c3 and all gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent prohibited by law.
Individuals and corporations can support the campaign for the new Nathan D. Allsbrooks Youth Enrichment Facility in many ways.
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By Check or Money order
Checks to be made payable to: J.N. Allsbrooks (Add note: Capital Campaign) and can be mailed to:
Nathan D. Allsbrooks Foundation
126 west 124st Suite 4A
New York, NY, 10027
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By Wire Transfer
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Cashapp- $Nathanallsbrooks15
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Zelle - John Allsbrooks - 646-465-1339
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PayPal- John Allsbrooks - 646-465-1339
We look forward to hearing from you. We can be reached by phone at 646-465-1339 or 646-576-0292 or email: [Contactfacility@yahoo.com]
We appreciate your consideration and hope to form a lasting partnership in support of our mission.
Thank you for your time.
About Us
What do you do when your child’s life has been innocently cut short by a stray bullet while walking home with his friend by the hands of a seventeen-year old boy? Well, there are many answers to that question. Some parents become mentally, physically and spiritually unable to pick themselves up from the most profound sadness, forever heartbreak, a wound deeper than you can imagine that will always be sketched in your heart.
The Nathan D. Allsbrooks Foundation was established in the loving memory of Nathan D. Allsbrooks; to keep our son spirit alive to fight against gun violence, to provide comfort to parents who have struggled with the loss of their child and to give hope to the children of our communities. It’s been 16yrs since we have taken this journey to save the lives of our youth.
The Nathan D. Allsbrooks Foundation began August 2008 and was created to impact the lives of inner-city youth in our communities of the illegal possession and use of guns.
Although, the NDAF came to fruition by a senseless shooting of our son, the organization always seek to make the lives of other children and our community more hopeful. We take a stand not out of frustration and anger but push towards a better tomorrow with, meekness, peace and harmony, and most of all love. We take a position to increase the growth of the youth in hopes that it will gear them towards a better tomorrow. We push forward in hopes that they will embrace the knowledge we give them and cultivate positive goals to become prominent world leaders. We dedicate our time to get the community involved to make a difference in their own community. We strive to educate the youth about the dangers of gun-violence and making-ill-fated choices and to elevate the love and respect for others.
Our mission with each young person is to create opportunities for personal growth in many areas of their lives. We believe that it is important to reach the youth where they are to tap into the thing that excites them along with working to expose them to new possibilities.
The Nathan D. Allsbrooks Youth Enrichment Facility will offer a wide range of educational subjects and activities for students to help them excel in their studies. This program will strive to build confidence and excellence for the underserved youth in the community.
The NDAF goal with each young person is to create opportunities for personal growth in many areas of their lives because their success is our success.
Computer Lab
Homework Help
Tutoring
Mentoring
Game Room
Exercise
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Fitness
Basketball Tournaments
Our Annual Scholarship Award Ceremony, where we celebrated the achievements of our exceptional scholars. This event continue to honor the hard work, dedication, and perseverance of our awardees and to showcase their bright futures ahead. This was truly a momentous occasion as we look to recognize their accomplishments and inspire the next generation of leaders. Our Honorees were also recognized as we acknowledged their continued support.
Our Annual Memorial Basketball Games which is held to honor our son, and a day we hold dear and near to our heart. We celebrate his life by turning this tragedy and sadness to a positive lifelong service to inspire others. Whether you’re a player, supporter or a spectator, we come together to celebrate the love of the game in memory of our son!