The Washington Wizards strive for success both on and off the court. As a professional sports franchise with deep roots in and around the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, the Wizards are dedicated to giving back and making a difference in the local community. It is our mission not only to build an excellent team with positive role models for young fans, but also to create and maintain a multitude of community programs that encourage participation in youth basketball, serve to educate today's youth and assist those in need.
Jr Wizards
Whether you're a beginner just learning how to play, a high school athlete looking for that extra edge, or a coach in search of a good zone buster - Jr. Wizards is the place for you.
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Donations Requests
The Wizards are dedicated to supporting local charities and nonprofit organizations through the donation of Wizards memorabilia.
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Reading Zone
The Wizards Reading Zone is the perfect place to expand kids' love for reading. Subscribe to our Book of the Month mailing list to receive an email each month with new book titles.
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Black-Owned DMV
The Wizards Black-Owned DMV video series, presented by Capital One, highlights the importance of Black-Owned businesses in our community, all season long.
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Math Hoops
Washington Wizards Math Hoops is a fast-paced board game and mobile app that teaches students fundamental math skills through the basketball statistics of their favorite NBA and WNBA players.
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Community Tickets
The Wizards Community Ticket Program provides tickets to deserving DC area organizations - up to 75 complimentary tickets to select Wizards home games.
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MSE Foundation
MSE Foundation is committed to making the region a better place for all by supporting game-changing solutions for our community.
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Washington Wizards Community Pillars
Education
The Washington Wizards Education pillar focuses on programming geared towards the next generation of fans from elementary through collegiate aged students that bridges the gap between education and basketball. Programming includes Wizards Back-to-School Tip-off, STEM, Dr. E.B. Henderson Essay Contest and HBCU Initiatives.
Health & Fitness
The Washington Wizards Health & Fitness pillar focuses on educating our fans on our primary awareness nights (Cancer Awareness, Mental Health Awareness, Heart Health Awareness, and MS Awareness) and partnering with community organizations to activate around those initiatives. The Wizards also promote the Health & Fitness pillar through our Youth Basketball initiatives by hosting specialty clinics, gameday clinics, and summer camps.
Mentorship
The Washington Wizards Mentorship pill focuses on fostering relationships with the youth and young professionals and provide them opportunities to grow in their personal and professional lives through programs such as our College Ambassador Program, HBCU Panels, and the Marcus Graham Project.
NBA Platforms
The Washington Wizards NBA Platform pillar focuses on executing programming vital the NBA League as a whole. These programs and initiatives include Hoops for Troops, Civic Engagement & Voting and NBA Foundation Grantees which includes Civic Works, DC Central Kitchen, MobilizeGreen Inc., National Center for Children and Families, National Center on Institutions and Alternatives Inc., and So Others Might Eat (SOME).
Community Assist
The Washington Wizards Community Assist pillar focuses on programming for the betterment of the DMV area and the best way to serve the community. These programs include The Washington Wizards Tree Planting, Season of Giving, Gun Violence Prevention, Community Ticket Program & In-kind Donations.