NBA Star James Harden's Impact13 Foundation Announces 7th Annual JH-Town Weekend

HOUSTON - Aug. 8, 2024 - PRLog -- NBA superstar James Harden and his Impact13 Foundation are thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated JH-Town Weekend, set to take place August 22-25, 2024. This four-day extravaganza aims to empower Houston's underserved communities through a series of impactful events and initiatives.

"JH-Town Weekend is our way of giving back to a community that has given me so much," said James Harden, founder of Impact13 Foundation. "We're excited to bring Houstonians together once again to make a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most."

The weekend's events include:

• Brothers Produce + RAK Room and Closet Launch Powered by Impact13 Foundation
  Thursday, August 22, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM at Key Middle School
  This private event kicks off the weekend, addressing food insecurity and providing essential resources to students.
• "Luck be a Lady" Birthday Celebration
  Friday, August 23, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM at The Thompson Houston
  This glamorous gala honors James Harden's 35th birthday while celebrating Houston's community leaders, including Trae The Truth, DJ Mr. Rogers, and a posthumous award to  Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. The evening features gourmet dining, auctions, and entertainment, with proceeds supporting Impact13's initiatives.
• Impact in the Park Block Party
  Saturday, August 24, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Water Works, Buffalo Bayou Park
  A community block party for all ages, featuring appearances by Keisha Nicole, Rob49, local Houston artists, and surprise guests. The event offers family-focused activities from 3-5 PM, transitioning to adult-oriented entertainment from 6-9 PM.
• Women's Empowerment Brunch: Impact in Motion
  Sunday, August 25, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Private Location)
  Closing out the weekend, this inspiring event explores the theme "Impact in Motion: Shaping Our World, Defining Our Future." Hosted by Keisha Nicole, the brunch brings together visionaries, innovators, and changemakers for a thought-provoking panel discussion on women's ongoing influence and legacy-building across all spheres of life. The event will also feature poetry by Just Mike the Poet.

"This year's JH-Town Weekend promises to be our most impactful yet," added Pilar Donnelly, Chair for Impact13 Foundation. "From addressing immediate community needs to fostering long-term empowerment, each event is designed to create lasting change. We're grateful for the continued support of the Houston community and our partners in making this vision a reality."

For more information about JH-Town Weekend and how to get involved, please visit https://www.jhtownweekend.net/ or contact Fatou Barry.