August 13–14, 2026 · Springfield, MA

Hall of Hope 2026 is Coming

Two days returning the next generation of student-athletes to the birthplace of basketball — AI workshops, on-court training, financial literacy, a Shark Tank–style pitch, and the Gold Jacket Enshrinement at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Register a student, or fuel the mission with a gift.

Our Mission

We create access, opportunity, and advancement by harnessing the power of sports, technology, and education.

Impact & Accountability

We focus on measurable outcomes and take responsibility for the change we create.

Empowerment

We equip transitioning athletes and youth with the tools and support to shape their own futures.

Innovation

We explore creative ways to unlock opportunity through sports, technology, and education.

Collaboration

We partner with communities and organizations to create lasting change.

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

We accelerate AI fluency across the athletic spectrum, providing inner-city youth and athletes at the collegiate and pro levels with the tools and education to lead the AI revolution. Through immersive innovation summits, AI accelerators, and Professional AI certifications, we build a bridge to career-ready AI expertise.

Our partners
Meaningful change takes a community. We’re deeply thankful to the individuals and organizations who stand with us in expanding access, opportunity, and advancement.
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Be Part of the Path Forward

Join The Pathways Foundation in expanding access and opportunity through sport, technology, and education. Together, we can open doors and empower the next generation to thrive.

Events

Hall of Hope

13 Aug

A two-day immersive experience equipping Springfield-area student-athletes with AI, leadership, and life skills — capped by the Gold Jacket Enshrinement at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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11 Jul

The nutrition, movement, and technology that fuel world-class athletes — brought directly to local teens in one high-energy, hands-on day headlined by Chef Allen Campbell at The Dojo at Somernova.

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23 Jun

TPF led an Age of AI workshop for Porter-Billups Leadership Academy students at Regis University, helping high schoolers turn AI into business plans, resumes, and college-ready skills.

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15 Jun

A seven-week hybrid program with Michigan's Graham Family Athletics Career Center helping athletes and youth earn a Google AI credential, tackle a real capstone with a company sponsor, and graduate career-ready.

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17 Feb

The Pathways Foundation and the MLB Players Trust hosted 70 students from 15 Arizona high schools for a first-of-its-kind Student-Athlete Innovation Summit during the Playmakers Classic.

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5 Feb

Super Bowl Week was a reminder that your net worth is your network. TPF spent the week connecting and learning across the athlete and nonprofit communities.

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Your Generosity Builds Tomorrow

The Pathways Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. FEIN: 33-2270862