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The Gary Payton II Foundation
“Get It Done” is more than our slogan. It’s the rallying cry behind everything we do. At The Gary Payton II Foundation, we’re creating a world where every child, regardless of their learning challenges, has the opportunity to thrive.
We focus on dyslexia because too many kids get labeled before they get understood. Our work starts with early screening and certified assessment, so a family gets a clear answer instead of a guess, and continues with the educational tools and community support that turn that answer into a plan. Here’s what that’s looked like so far:
Every Gift Gets a Kid Answers
Your gift funds exactly what we exist to do: catch dyslexia early and get kids the support they need before it becomes a bigger problem. When you give to The Gary Payton II Foundation, you’re paying for real things, screenings, certified assessments, and the tools a family needs once they finally have an answer.
Every gift counts, whether it covers one assessment or ten. The kids we work with aren’t short on potential. They’re short on people willing to catch what they’re dealing with early and do something about it. That’s what your donation goes toward.
Give today. Let’s get it done.
Success Stories
The stories below are composites drawn from real experiences in our programs. Names, photos, and details have been changed.
Sophia & Liam – A New Path to Confidence
When Sophia noticed her son Liam struggling with reading, she felt helpless. “He’s so smart, but the words just wouldn’t stay on the page,” she shared. After receiving the GPII Dyslexia Scholarship, Liam completed a full evaluation and started targeted interventions. “He’s finally reading with confidence—he even volunteers to read bedtime stories to his little sister now!” Sophia beamed.
Javier & Mateo – Unlocking Potential
Javier always knew his son Mateo was a bright kid, but school was a daily struggle. “He started avoiding homework, saying he was ‘just bad at reading,’” Javier recalled. Thanks to the GPII Dyslexia Scholarship, Mateo received a proper diagnosis and support. “Now, he knows he’s not ‘bad at reading’—he just learns differently. His excitement about books has completely changed!”
Aisha & Nia – Finding the Right Support
For years, Aisha searched for answers about her daughter Nia’s challenges with reading. “The school kept saying she needed to try harder, but I knew there was more to it,” Aisha explained. With the scholarship, Nia received a comprehensive evaluation and access to the right tools. “It was a turning point for us. She’s not just improving academically—she’s believing in herself again.”
Mark & Elijah – A Brighter Future
Mark watched his son Elijah struggle through school, often hiding his reading struggles behind jokes. “He’s so creative and outgoing, but reading made him shut down,” Mark said. After receiving a dyslexia evaluation through the scholarship, Elijah got the accommodations he needed. “For the first time, he told me he actually enjoys learning. That’s everything.”
Mission in Motion
Press
Gary Payton II Foundation and Kaiser Permanente Unite for Fifth Annual GPII Premier Youth Camp in Oakland
Written by The Gary Payton II Foundation | Jun 23, 2026, 08:21 ET For the fifth straight year, NBA Champion and proud son of Oakland
Gary Payton II Foundation and Kaiser Permanente Unite for Fifth Annual GPII Premier Youth Camp in Oakland
Written by The Gary Payton II Foundation | Jun 23, 2026, 08:21 ET For the fifth straight year, NBA Champion and proud son of Oakland
Interviews
Mobilize Love and GPII are Driving Change
Our Wellness Truck brings dyslexia awareness, screenings, and hope directly to Bay Area families — creating brighter futures one stop at a time
Public Affairs Show on iHeart Radio
Public Affairs Show on iHeart Radio with GPII and Executive directors Monique Payton and Raquel Payton-Childs Hosted Andre
Starting Lineup of Support
