this is the

Mission

To unlock each young human's leadership potential for a lifetime of achievement and meaningful impact—in sports and life.

A better world is only possible with more heart leaders.

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Exciting. Emotionally Elevated, Extraordinary EnLIGHTING Experience

How to get involved!

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HEART COACH

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SUPPORTER

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VOLUNTEER

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PARTNER

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Get ready to celebrate! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors, Kirkland & Ellis and 645 Ventures, for making EmpowerFest possible this year! 💥

Did you know? You can sign up for a side event and join the action! 🤔

Whether you’re showing off your hops, perfecting your three-point shot, or flaunting your skills, we want to see what you’ve got this weekend!

The countdown is on—only TWO days left until the annual EmpowerFest! Are you in? Don’t miss out!
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Get ready to celebrate! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors, Kirkland & Ellis and 645 Ventures, for making EmpowerFest possible this year! 💥

Did you know? You can sign up for a side event and join the action! 🤔

Whether you’re showing off your hops, perfecting your three-point shot, or flaunting your skills, we want to see what you’ve got this weekend!

The countdown is on—only TWO days left until the annual EmpowerFest! Are you in? Don’t miss out!
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Fully immersed in EMA’s culture, Henry shares their unique perspective on what makes this community so impactful.

His story reflects the heart of EMA 💙

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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Resilience begins with community.

There’s no more fitting theme for this year’s EmpowerFest. ⚡️

Our community embodies #strengthinnumbers, inspired by our @Warriors.
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✨ Meet Silena, a BIG sis to @coach_gumbs since their college days and now a dedicated social worker.

Silena knows firsthand how EMA has been making a difference. In her own words, EMA is more than just basketball—it’s about building resilience, creating connections, and inspiring growth. 💙

We’re proud to spotlight her voice and her journey as we gear up for another impactful EmpowerFest!

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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🎟️ YOU’RE INVITED!

We’re bringing the community together once again.

Ready to be part of the action this year?

Register now
November 29 - December 1

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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Get ready to celebrate! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our incredible sponsors, Kirkland & Ellis and 645 Ventures, for making EmpowerFest possible this year! 💥

Did you know? You can sign up for a side event and join the action! 🤔

Whether you’re showing off your hops, perfecting your three-point shot, or flaunting your skills, we want to see what you’ve got this weekend!

The countdown is on—only TWO days left until the annual EmpowerFest! Are you in? Don’t miss out!
...

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Fully immersed in EMA’s culture, Henry shares their unique perspective on what makes this community so impactful.

His story reflects the heart of EMA 💙

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
...

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Resilience begins with community.

There’s no more fitting theme for this year’s EmpowerFest. ⚡️

Our community embodies #strengthinnumbers, inspired by our @Warriors.
...

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✨ Meet Silena, a BIG sis to @coach_gumbs since their college days and now a dedicated social worker.

Silena knows firsthand how EMA has been making a difference. In her own words, EMA is more than just basketball—it’s about building resilience, creating connections, and inspiring growth. 💙

We’re proud to spotlight her voice and her journey as we gear up for another impactful EmpowerFest!

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
...

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🎟️ YOU’RE INVITED!

We’re bringing the community together once again.

Ready to be part of the action this year?

Register now
November 29 - December 1

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity
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Alex Menendez (@amenmonkey), CEO of Monkeybrains, knows firsthand the power of community.

Monkeybrains (@monkeybrains_isp) transformed San Francisco’s internet access by putting people first,

Listen to him explain how Empower-Fest is all about coming together to inspire and uplift each other. Because we believe that at the heart of it all, resilience is community.

Don’t miss this amazing event—mark your calendars and be part of something special! 🎉

#EmpowerFest #ResilienceIsCommunity #Monkeybrains
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#ThrowbackThursday Tatiana, Samantha, Stacy, & Alex share some stories after the first ever EmpowerFest! ...

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