What We Do
MPBP, Inc. is a unique sisterhood of gamechangers educating, elevating, and investing in the communities where our sons and daughters live, work, and play.
We want to serve as mentors to new moms in the world of professional basketball by providing resources and services and through this shared bond, help our children cope with the enticements of fame and fortune. We strive to serve as positive role models through charity, service, and scholarships to improve the lives of others within the communities we and our children live, work, and play.
We recognize and respect the diversity of all cultures and ethnicities among the players, their families, and friends. We continue to encourage our sons and daughters to be role models to the at-risk youth in our communities. We expect our sons and daughters to maintain a high level of character and conduct on and off the basketball court.
We are thankful and humble for the gifts our sons and daughters have been given. Our organization offers itself as a resource to those who are in need. We provide support to the sick and shut-in. We also provide emotional support to those who are most in need. We send out the spirit of generosity.
Our History
The founder and president of MPBP, Charlotte Brandon's vision began in 1996 after her son Terrell Brandon was drafted into the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Because of the dynamic of the sports industry, she experienced a lack of support because NBA players are surrounded by the entities of the sports world. She saw the need for nurturing and support while he was on the road working all around the country and the world.
While on the road, Charlotte also felt our sons and daughters should be able to reach out to the mothers in the communities where they play and receive a good home-cooked meal, provide support where needed, and be available for any special needs or emergency our professional players may have. A mother would be there.
Additionally, rookie mothers would be given direction and mentored with nuances of the NBA League as it's a business to us as mothers as well as our sons and daughters jobs.
Lastly, because of the uniqueness of our children's employment, Charlotte felt there was a need to bond with mothers and be a cohesive support for one another and protect our sons and daughters. It is comforting to know other mothers are looking out for your son or daughter and letting you know you saw them, spoke to them, or gave them a hug for you.
It is also rewarding to know that you can befriend and support another mother when she needs it.
