Mentorship Programs

Guiding young athletes through personal and professional development with experienced mentors and coaches.

Athletic Training

Enhancing athletic skills with comprehensive training programs, focusing on both physical and strategic development.

Educational Support

Providing academic resources and support to help student athletes excel in their educational pursuits.

Community Engagement

Encouraging athletes to engage with and give back to their communities, fostering a sense of responsibility and connection.

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WHAT WE DO

Empowering Student Athletes for Success On and Off the Court

The David Duke Jr. Foundation is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of student athletes in Rhode Island. Founded by David Duke Jr., a Liberian-American basketball prodigy, our foundation focuses on holistic development, blending athletic training with life skills, mentorship, and educational support. We believe in the power of sports to transform lives, instilling values of leadership, teamwork, and perseverance.

  • Guiding young athletes through mentorship and professional development.
  • Enhancing athletic skills with comprehensive training programs.
  • Supporting academic excellence alongside athletic pursuits.
  • Fostering community engagement and personal growth.
EVENTS

Our Recent Events

Back to School Backpack Drive

Aug 08, 2025

Back to School Backpack Drive

Come enjoy some basketball and join us for a backpack drive on August 8th, 2025 at 6pm. It will be held during the Corey Brown Summer League at The Met Courts in Providence 257 Public St, Providence, RI, 02905.

Spurs Youth Basketball League Basketball Clinic

Mar 15, 2025

Spurs Youth Basketball League Basketball Clinic

Join David Duke Jr. for a special youth basketball clinic celebrating SYBL’s 35th anniversary!🎉 Learn from the pros and level up your game, sign up! 🙌

Thanksgiving Turkey Drive

Nov 22, 2024

Thanksgiving Turkey Drive

We are partnering with Joslin Recreation Center to host a turkey drive on November 22nd from 3-6pm. To donate in person please drop off any day leading up to the 22nd from 3-6pm at Joslin Rec in Providence, RI. For monetary donations, use the donate tab on our home page.