Walking with Purpose

October 12, 2026
Walking with Purpose: MPBP Supports
Breast Cancer Awareness in Charlotte, NC


Representing Mothers of Professional Basketball Players, Inc. (MPBP).
As Vice President of Mothers of Professional Basketball Players, Inc. (MPBP), I was honored to participate in the Susan G. Komen MORE THAN PINK Walk in Charlotte, North Carolina, alongside Yolanda Miller of the Team Miller Foundation. I was especially pleased to share this meaningful experience with Yolanda, who is a valued member of MPBP. Coming together for such an important cause allowed us to represent our organization while supporting breast cancer awareness and standing with survivors, families, and everyone whose life has been touched by this disease.
Walking for this cause was a powerful reminder that service extends beyond our organization and into the communities we serve. Every step represented hope, strength, resilience, and the importance of raising awareness, encouraging early detection, and supporting continued breast cancer research.
At MPBP, we believe in the power of sisterhood, service, and making a positive impact beyond the basketball community. Our participation in this event reflected our commitment to supporting causes that affect families everywhere. Walking alongside Yolanda and the Team Miller Foundation also highlighted the value of collaboration and the difference we can make when we unite around a shared purpose.
As Vice President, I am proud to help advance MPBP’s commitment to community engagement, service, and meaningful connections. Experiences like this remind us that leadership is not only about what we do within our organization, but also about how we show up for others and support causes that make a difference in people's lives.
I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in this inspiring event with Yolanda Miller and the Team Miller Foundation. Together, we walked with purpose, united by compassion and the hope of a future where breast cancer no longer takes the lives of those we love.
One step, one voice, and one community at a time, we can make a difference!
Barbarita Springer, Vice President
Mothers of Professional Basketball Players, Inc. (MPBP)


September 23, 2026
MPBP Atlantic Region's Day of Service in Atlanta
September 11, 2026
 Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, a group of MPBP mothers and friends didn't wait to be asked. They saw a need and sprang into action — boarding a bus through the dust-filled streets of Ground Zero, heading to a restaurant to prepare meals by hand, and delivering them straight to the Command Center for the emergency workers on the front lines. Today, we remember and honor the women who showed up: Stephanie Mondesire, Joan Anderson, Marie Jackson, Flo Allen, Pat Croshere, Anne Sealy, Marion Snipes, Rebecca Gatling, Helen Mashburn, Mary Mason, and Janice Camby. Twenty-five years later, their courage and quiet service still define who we are at MPBP.
August 31, 2026
2026 NATIONAL CONFERENCE
April 15, 2026
MPBP, Inc. Supports Legends of Basketball and NBRPA Las Vegas Chapter MPBP, Inc. joined the Legends of Basketball (NBRPA) in honoring the legacy of retired players including a special tribute to Spencer Haywood, whose historic courage reshaped professional basketball. Thank you Antonio Davis, NBRPA President, for an unforgettable evening. We look forward to continuing to grow our partnership and uplifting our communities together.
February 14, 2026
All-Star Mothers & Mother Figures Brunch  During the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, MPBP members gathered at the LA Clippers' All-Star Mothers and Mother Figures Brunch — a special celebration honoring the women behind the players. Hosted by the LA Clippers organization at the iconic Intuit Dome, the morning brought together mothers and caregivers for a time of connection, fellowship, and reflection rooted in faith and purpose. The event was made even more memorable by the presence of special guests Mrs. Michelle Obama and Serena Williams, both of whom spoke to the power and sacrifice of the NBA mom community. It was a beautiful reminder of the role these incredible women play in shaping the lives and careers of professional athletes.
Poster for a George Floyd Commemorative Unity Walk in Minneapolis on May 24, 2025, with basketball and globe symbols.
August 26, 2025
MPBP, Inc. Central Region (Mothers of Professional Basketball Players, Inc.) and the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA), in partnership with Rise and Remember, hosted a powerful Commemorative Walk at George Floyd Square as part of the three-day George Floyd Rise and Remember 5th Year Festival.  This walk served as a profound moment of unity and reflection, highlighting MPBP, Inc.’s and the NBRPA’s enduring commitment to justice, equality, and community healing. Together, the organizations honored the Floyd family, uplifted the Minneapolis community, and amplified the national call for lasting change.
Two smiling women pose outdoors with a memorial in the background.
August 26, 2025
MPBP, Inc. Central Region Members came together in the Twin Cities of Minnesota for a weekend of sisterhood and to scout the city for the upcoming National Conference.
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