07/31/2026
Pay Awayâs Marathon of Giving was never just about a backpack â¤ď¸đ
It was about making sure every child walked into their first day of school knowing they belong, believing in their own potential, and feeling the support of an entire community behind them.
Confidence doesnât come from whatâs in a backpack alone. It comes from withinâand from the people who show up to remind our youth that they are seen, valued, and capable of greatness.
Together, we created a day filled with encouragement, education, resources, and opportunities to help every young person become the best version of themselves.
To our incredible partners, volunteers, parents/chaperones, celebrities, community organizations, and every person who gave their time, heart, and energy to this missionâthank you. Your commitment made this vision a reality.
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We are incredibly proud to have served thousands of youth across Los Angeles!
Because when a community comes together, hope becomes action.Â
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THANK YOUâS TO:
BJ Britt
cynthia frelund
Larrance Dopson
Matthew Law
Neferteri Plessy
Ras Austin | 1/4th Coast Contra
Taj Austin | 1/4 Coast Contra
Teair Tart
Chase
Visa
Target
BAZIC PRODUCTS
Gatorade
JBL
New Era Cap
The Benchmark Collective
Berhe Love
Get Lit â Words Ignite
Girls Make BeatsÂŽ
Kids Artistic Sense, Inc.
The Kids Mental Health Foundation
L.A. Care Health Plan
Made New Foundation
NAMI Urban Los Angeles
LA REDSHIELD COMMUNITY CENTER
theCut
Beneficiaries
Brotherhood Crusade
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro LA
Children of the Caribbean
Childrenâs Action Network
Get Lit â Words Ignite
MADE Sports Foundation
Project Blue
LA REDSHIELD COMMUNITY CENTER
Volunteers
HOORAE, An Issa Rae Company
LatiNation Media