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The Collective Power of Our Icons of Impact - iiCare

Published on
April 8, 2025

Rising Together: The Collective Power of Our Icons of Impact

At iiCare/Immersion, we envision a world where every young person—regardless of background—has the opportunity to thrive. We’ve taken concrete steps toward this vision by partnering with some of the nation’s most influential voices: Ray Lewis, Steve Harvey, and Allan Houston. Each icon brings a unique, proven approach that, when combined under our umbrella, can spark an evergreen wave of transformation. Whether you’re a parent, donor, brand, or community leader, this overview shows how your support directly fuels large-scale youth empowerment—and how, together, we can reach tens of millions of people per campaign.

Step One: Establishing A Shared Mission, With Multiple Pillars of Impact

  • Ray Lewis: Focuses on “Rise Together,” a mental health and resilience-building campaign.
  • Steve Harvey: Operates immersive mentoring programs and youth camps.
  • Allan Houston: Channels FISLL’s leadership values through educational, athletic, and lifestyle initiatives.

Each program stands strong on its own, yet combined, they offer a holistic set of resources covering STEM education, mental health, career readiness, and family engagement. This synergy allows us to be more than just another philanthropic campaign; it positions our partnership as a cohesive movement with the potential to reach tens of millions of individuals nationwide.

Ray Lewis & “Rise Together”: Results That Speak Volumes

Milestones So Far

  • Mental Health Screenings: In just six months, “Rise Together” identified early signs of anxiety or depression in over 2,000 students. By stepping in quickly with counseling and support, 65% reported reduced stress or anxiety within three months.
  • National Reach: Pilots have already reached 15 states, spanning urban centers to rural communities, thanks to Ray’s public platform and dedicated school partnerships.
  • Family Empowerment: Over 70% of parents who participated in microlearning modules reported feeling “significantly more confident” discussing mental health at home.

What’s Next

  • Expansion to 30+ States: We’re scaling to a nationwide footprint in the next 18 months, aiming to serve more than 100,000 additional students.
  • Deepened Community Ties: Expect ongoing workshops and collaborations with youth sports leagues to tie physical and mental wellness together.

Your Role: By sponsoring Rise Together, you directly contribute to providing screening tools, counseling staff, and parental education materials—ensuring Ray’s movement remains a beacon of hope for families across the U.S.

Steve Harvey’s Mentoring Programs & Youth Camps

A Track Record of Transformational Impact

  • Immersive Camps: Over 10,000 boys and girls have participated, many attributing improvements in self-esteem and future orientation to their camp experience.
  • Year-Round Mentorship: Virtual and in-person sessions keep youth connected with role models, building life skills like resilience, communication, and self-advocacy.
  • Industry Exposure: Partnerships with professionals, from comedians to corporate executives, have introduced campers to diverse career paths—a vital step in bridging opportunity gaps.

Why This Matters

  • Confidence for Life: Post-camp surveys show a 75% increase in participants’ likelihood to pursue higher education or specialized training.
  • Practical Skills: Whether it’s learning to set a budget, deliver a compelling presentation, or simply navigate peer pressure, these programs equip teens with a lifelong toolkit.

Your Role: Sponsoring or donating to Steve Harvey’s camps bolsters everything from lodging and meals to mentorship curricula—amplifying direct, sustained impact on youth from underserved backgrounds.

Allan Houston’s FISLL Program: A Lifestyle of Leadership

From Court to Community

Allan Houston’s FISLL (Family, Integrity, Sacrifice, Leadership, Legacy) is more than a brand—it’s a way of life. By connecting sports, character development, and service:

  • Values-Driven Workshops: Students learn how discipline in one arena (sports, academics) translates into disciplined leadership in another (community, career).
  • Fashion With a Purpose: Allan’s FISLL apparel line invests a portion of sales into youth sports clinics and scholarship programs, seamlessly tying commerce to cause.
  • Mentorship & Service Projects: Teens take part in local volunteer initiatives, reinforcing the synergy between personal success and community responsibility.

Looking Ahead

  • FISLL’s Next Evolution: Plans to expand beyond basketball and into broader youth activities—encompassing robotics clubs, arts programs, and more.
  • National FISLL Gatherings: Events designed to bring together entire families, bridging generational gaps with practical life lessons.

Your Role: By supporting FISLL, you help fund resources like training equipment, leadership curriculum, and scholarship funds—empowering youth to cultivate strong personal values that ripple through their communities.

Together We Have Reached Tens of Millions Of People per Campaign

Creating Evergreen Growth & Ongoing Engagement

Thanks to our strategy and the immense platforms of Ray, Steve, and Allan, each campaign has the potential to engage tens of millions of viewers through:

  1. Media Appearances: Combined celebrity reach multiplies awareness across TV segments, podcasts, and digital channels.
  2. Social Media & Digital Reach Amplification: High-profile posts, hashtags, and collaborative live streams spark organic user engagement.
  3. Community Events & Tours: Icons visit schools, youth centers, and corporate events, generating local buzz and deeper brand alignment.

Long-Term Vision

  • Target: 1 Million Students in 3 Years: Through expansions in mental health, STEM, and leadership programs, we’re positioning our consortium as the go-to resource for youth development.
  • Enhanced Data & Reporting: Ongoing measurement ensures each donor and partner sees exactly how their investments yield tangible outcomes—from lower dropout rates to increased college enrollments.

Ways You Can Partner To Make An Impact

A. Direct Donations

  • Individuals: A one-time or monthly donation sustains counseling services, STEM materials, or scholarship funds.
  • Corporate Matching: Amplify your contribution by tapping into workplace matching programs.

B. Sponsorship Opportunities

  • SMB-Level: Fund a localized STEM workshop or cover mental health materials for a neighboring school district.
  • Enterprise-Level: Underwrite entire state expansions, sponsor large-scale “Icons of Impact” events, or co-create specialized programming.

C. Volunteer & Mentor

  • Professional Expertise: Join as a mentor in Steve Harvey’s next leadership workshop or FISLL’s sports-meets-leadership sessions.
  • Community Challenges: Host a fundraiser, run a 5K, or hold a local tech/robotics showcase to engage your network in giving back.

D. Marketing & Awareness

  • Host an Event: Co-brand with us to spotlight Ray’s “Rise Together” or Steve Harvey’s camps, letting your audience experience the mission first-hand.
  • Join the Sweepstakes: Each entry helps fund mental health screenings, STEM scholarships, and leadership training. Plus, you could win exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities.

Tangible Benefits for Consortium Partners

1. Mission Alignment
Collaborate with iconic figures while making a measurable difference in youth development—strengthening your brand’s social responsibility profile.

2. Massive Visibility
Leverage the combined platforms of Ray Lewis, Steve Harvey, and Allan Houston, offering unparalleled reach among diverse audiences.

3. Community Goodwill & Employee Engagement
Empower your staff to see first-hand how their volunteer hours or matching donations translate into real-world improvements.

4. Data-Driven Impact Reporting
Receive regular updates and success metrics—from mental health improvements to improved graduation rates—allowing you to share transparent stories of hope with stakeholders.

8. Ready to Spark Enduring Change?

Our mission is monumental—and with you on board, it becomes unstoppable. Through Ray Lewis’s “Rise Together,” Steve Harvey’s mentoring programs, Allan Houston’s FISLL movement, and your contributions, we can build an evergreen campaign that lives on, evolves, and continues to touch millions of lives each year.

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When Icons of Impact unite around a common goal—and when communities, businesses, and individuals rally behind them—the results transcend mere charity. They create lasting, generational shifts in how our youth envision their futures. Be part of that legacy.

Nathan Harris
General Partner