Events
“I’ve been blessed with opportunities—now it’s my turn to create them for others. These kids deserve more than survival. They deserve a future.”
– Austin Hooper
Our Impact
Annual Austin Hooper Foundation Golf Tournament
The Austin Hooper Foundation hosts an annual celebrity golf fundraiser to support our programs with help from NFL players across the league. Each year, athletes, community leaders, and supporters come together for a day of friendly competition, networking, and philanthropy. The tournament not only brings awareness to our mission but also features a catered luncheon, live entertainment, raffles, and silent auctions with exclusive memorabilia. All proceeds directly fund initiatives that empower foster youth, provide essential resources, and create lasting impact in local communities—making this event one of the foundation’s most anticipated traditions.
Season Of Giving
The Austin Hooper Foundation provides holiday gifts to approximately 250 foster youth living in San Francisco and the Bay Area, an initiative he has worked closely with two Bay Area agencies on for over five years.
Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
During Thanksgiving week, Austin Hooper and the Austin Hooper Foundation partner with Stop and Shop to distribute 100 turkeys and grocery boxes to families in need, actively working to combat food insecurity.
2025 My Cause, My Cleats
As part of the NFL’s My Cause, My Cleats initiative, Austin is teaming up with cleat artist Jonathan Hrusovsky and foster youth aging out who are passionate about art and fashion to co-design the custom cleats he’ll wear during the Patriots vs. Giants game on Dec. 1.
This inspiring collaboration isn’t just about cleats—it’s about visibility, voice, and validation. Through this experience, Austin is urging foster youth that their dreams matter, their talents are real, and their futures are worth fighting for.
2025 Austin Hooper Foundation Back to School Shopping Bash
Austin Hooper and the foundation recently hosted a special shopping spree for a group from the Boys and Girls Club of Metro South. Austin personally helped the children select new sneakers and essential school supplies, and each child received a meal and a swag bag. JD Sports generously funded the event with $250 gift cards for each child, while Austin covered extra expenses for every foster care shopper.
2025 Holiday Bingo at Gillette Stadium
Austin will host 100 foster youth aging out of the system for an evening of food, bingo, and fun. Each participant receives a pair of Nike Air Force 1 shoes and has many chances to win amazing prizes valued from $50 to $500.
This is a holiday tradition for the Austin Hooper Foundation, who has previously hosted this event in Tennessee and Las Vegas. The youth absolutely love this night of fun!