LOS ANGELES, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Social Change Fund United (SCFU), founded by NBA icons Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Paul, has joined forces with Stackwell, a pioneering fintech platform committed to expanding financial market access, and the National Basketball Players Association Foundation (NBPA Foundation) to drive meaningful economic impact in historically under-resourced communities. The groundbreaking SCFU Visionary Ventures Program is designed to support small businesses, piloting first in the Los Angeles Community with the goal to expand and scale across the U.S.
"The Visionary Ventures Program represents our commitment to creating change in underserved communities," said Anthony, Paul, and Wade in a joint statement. "By partnering with Stackwell, we're offering holistic financial education and development resources to help businesses thrive, particularly during these challenging times as our community works to rebuild from the wildfires."
Trevor Rozier-Byrd, Founder and CEO of Stackwell, added, "This is a critical moment for LA. When we show up for LA small business owners, they can show up for their community. That's why we've teamed up with SCFU and the NBPA to launch Visionary Ventures. We've built this program with Stackwell's program-building playbook that's proven to drive incredible results. We're so excited to work with our partners because they share our passion for supporting communities through the power of investing."
This is the first time SCFU has partnered with a fintech platform, building on Stackwell's proven track record of creating innovative financial solutions and cultivating personal financial wellness, a foundation upon which small businesses can build long-term financial stability. The Visionary Ventures Program functions as a pilot program that can be replicated to increase support for small businesses and other audiences in need of increased financial wellness and grant support.
The Visionary Ventures Program is supported by an accomplished Executive Council that includes NBA giants CJ McCollum and Khris Middleton and WNBA stars Natasha Cloud and Candace Parker, along with Creative Arts Agency (CAA) executives Callie Curry and Hillary Thomas serving on the advisory board.
Los Angeles-based small business owners can download the Stackwell App and visit the Community hub to learn more about eligibility requirements and apply today.
To apply and learn more, download the Stackwell app today.
About Social Change Fund United:
Founded in 2020 by NBA legends Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Paul, Social Change Fund United (SCFU) works to advance equity, social justice, and criminal justice reform. Through strategic partnerships and targeted initiatives, SCFU creates pathways to success for underrepresented communities.
About NBPA:
The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is the union for current professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA's mission is to protect and advance the rights of our players. They are the game.
The NBPA Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of its members by supporting and assisting people, communities, and organizations worldwide. It spotlights and amplifies the global initiatives of professional basketball players, driving positive change through community building, charitable endeavors and social entrepreneurship. For more information, visit www.nbpa.com and follow @thenbpa on social.
About Stackwell:
Stackwell is a fintech platform harnessing the power of investing to make wealth-building possible for everyone. For too long, too many people have felt that investing just isn't for people like them. That's why Stackwell's easy-to-use app and community-driven programs are designed to break down barriers to financial wellness and foster investing confidence. When more people have the opportunity to invest and grow their wealth, entire communities thrive.
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