Our Mission
About the Will 2 Win Foundation
Will 2 Win was built around one simple idea: give students what they need, and they'll go further than anyone expects. Our mission is to change the trajectory of students by providing the resources that help them excel academically, socially, and athletically. We partner with schools and communities to run camps, events, and programs that give young people the tools and support they need to thrive.
Looking ahead, our vision is to become a recognized leader among nonprofits — an organization that underserved youth, families, and communities can count on for real resources and real support.
Jaret's Story
I play for the Washington Commanders Football Team. My journey to becoming a professional football player wasn't an easy one. I was viewed as an undersized player with limited speed to play in the National Football League. The one person in my family who was always my biggest cheerleader is my Aunt Debbie.
Aunt Debbie was my babysitter when I was an infant, and even after I started school. She knew football was my passion. She always made sure I finished my homework before I went to the park to play football, and made sure I didn't get in trouble so my parents would keep letting me play. When I got back to her house, Aunt Debbie would make the best snacks — her homemade cookies will always be my favorite.
When I finally started playing on a youth football team, she always encouraged me, despite my limited playing time. When I finally got the opportunity to run the football, she rewarded me with my favorite cookies.
In 2014, Aunt Debbie was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. This diagnosis turned our family upside down. As a family, we knew little about the disease — the only person I knew who had Parkinson's was Freddie Roach, a trainer for famous boxers.
I remember when she first found out she had Parkinson's, she became very sad and depressed. She wasn't my fun-loving, cookie-making aunt for a while. It took a long time for Aunt Debbie to get used to the never-ending tremors, body aches, memory issues, and stiffness. She also had to adjust to having someone assist her with personal needs.
In 2017 and 2018, our family took part in Moving Day DC, a Walk for Parkinson's. This helped my Aunt Debbie embrace and fight this disease. I'm blessed to play for my hometown team so I can visit her regularly.
My Aunt Debbie fights this disease every day with no complaints. She inspires me to work harder and to be thankful for everything in my life. She's back to baking cookies again, and when I got my first NFL start against the Philadelphia Eagles, she baked me my favorite cookies.
What We Do
Will 2 Win Football Camp
Our flagship youth football camp — hands-on coaching and mentorship for kids in the community.
Will 2 Win 5K Run
Our community Turkey Trot, bringing families together to support the foundation's mission — dates announced soon.