Lindell Wigginton and Trayvon Clayton Gives Back

by Tyrique Da Bomb 411 ⋅ September 8, 2024

Youth Led Events Impact Communities

MAGIC HAPPENS when we come together as a community to GIVE!

With the start of a new school year, parents are faced with the daunting task. Ensuring that their children are equipped with the necessary tools for success, such as backpack give aways and essential school supplies. This growing need sparked two-days of giving and bring communities and supporters together.

Recognizing the widespread need for these items, lifelong friends Trayvon (Tray) Clayton, a community planner running for a political seat in his area. Professional CBA Basketball player Lindell Wigginton together orchestrated a very successful, community impact event. The Back-To-School Drive and campaign launch brought about positive change in their communities. Plus allowed youth to see other from their communities, come back to give back.

“Whatever you want to do in life, stick to it, put your mind to it, dedicate yourself to it and you can do it. ” Lindell Wigginton – The first Black Nova Scotian to play in the NBA and the first Nova Scotian to join the Milwaukee Bucks.

On Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, this inspiring Back-To-School youth-led event, at the Halifax North Community YMCA connected the communities. The air was full of laughter, and salutations, parents surrounded Tray offering support and good wishes on his political journey. Plus, the sound of basketballs hitting the floor, echoing from the gymnasium walls sounded like music. Together we build hope on this day and, empower local youth for the upcoming school year.

This event is important says Tray, not only because I am from this community, but because it emphasizes the importance of:

Unity.
Showing Up and Showing We Care.
Support for the youth.
Community coming and working together.

The Back-To-School Drive and campaign launch event featured; the distribution of special basketballs signed by community hero Lindell and backpacks filled with essential supplies, treats, beverages, and numerous other delightful items. The generosity and inclusivity of this initiative successfully brought joy and encouragement to everyone involved, fostering a spirit of togetherness and empowerment within the community.,” says Jessica Bowden MSM CEO of Teens Now Talk. The energy was awesome as the youth received their backpacks, and food, then challenged Pro player Lindell Wigginton for a one-on-one lol

Also, on Saturday, August 31, 2024, 902 ManUp, a grassroots organization dedicated to stopping gun violence and empowering young people, supported the above event PLUS, hosted its own, 1st Annual Kids Drive event. The AKWAABA Rev. Wallace Smith Sr. Campus in Dartmouth was packed with hundreds who showed up to bouncy castles, hotdogs, music, and free backpacks filled with supplies. It’s about investing in our future youth, says Marcus James, founder of 902 ManUp.

It’s awesome that organizations, realize how important it is to give back, set an example, and create role models within the communities, says Wallace Smith Jr.

Special shout-out from Lindell, “Lovin my shirt and what it stands for.”

Together We Build Hope T-shirts, designed by Mr. CK, a local black designer, were a huge hit as, one of the many community items sponsored by and handed out during the 902 ManUp event. Together We Build Hope T-shirts are designed to remove the stigmas and raise awareness of the importance of Mental Health in black communities. Coming together to build support. To order shirts for yourself, your office, and your organization, CLICK HERE TO ORDER

Do you see the mystery word in the shirt? Lindell did lol

Teens Now Talk was proud to be one of the many sponsors and community supporters of this event.

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