Stephen and Ayesha Curry Host 12th Annual “Christmas with the Currys,” Giving $2.2 Million to Oakland Families

The holiday season is synonymous with giving, and no one embodies this spirit better than Stephen and Ayesha Curry. The power couple recently hosted their 12th annual “Christmas with the Currys” at Madison Park Academy in Oakland, marking their largest holiday initiative to date. With a monumental $2.2 million commitment through their Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, the event brought joy, hope, and resources to countless children and families in need.

Here’s how the Currys turned their generosity into transformative action for their Oakland community.

A Celebration of Giving: Christmas with the Currys

The Currys’ annual holiday event has become a cherished tradition in Oakland. This year, the festivities at Madison Park Academy were bigger and brighter than ever. Thousands of kids and families enjoyed a day filled with:

1. Free Book Fair:
   The event included an expansive book fair where children could select books to take home, encouraging literacy and fostering a love of reading.

2. Games and Crafts:
   Holiday-themed activities kept the festive spirit alive, offering kids the opportunity to engage in creative and fun-filled games.

3. Library Refreshes:
   Madison Park Academy’s library received a much-needed update, ensuring students have access to a modern, inviting space for learning and exploration.

4. Meals and Essential Resources:
   Through the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, the Currys ensured that 1 million meals were distributed to families in need, addressing food insecurity head-on.

Stephen Curry reflected on the importance of giving back during the event, saying:
“Christmas is about joy, togetherness, and community. Ayesha and I are honored to share this with Oakland, a city that means so much to us.”

Eat. Learn. Play.: A Mission to Transform Lives

Founded in 2019 by Stephen and Ayesha Curry, Eat. Learn. Play. focuses on combating childhood hunger, improving literacy, and providing safe spaces for play. Their foundation has become a beacon of hope for underserved communities in Oakland and beyond.

This year’s $2.2 million holiday commitment included:

• Meals for Families: 1 million meals distributed to families facing food insecurity.
• Educational Support: Book fairs and library updates to enhance access to learning resources for local schools.
• Community Engagement: Investments in programs that create joy and connection for Oakland kids and their families.

The Currys’ dedication to their cause reflects a deep-rooted commitment to the city they’ve called home since Stephen’s early days with the Golden State Warriors.

Largest Effort to Date: Why It Matters

This year’s Christmas with the Currys stands out not just for its scale but for its targeted impact. The $2.2 million investment addresses systemic issues like hunger, educational inequality, and access to safe recreational spaces—challenges that many Oakland families face daily.

1. Combatting Hunger:
   Food insecurity remains a critical issue in Oakland, where thousands of families struggle to put meals on the table. By providing 1 million meals, the Currys are directly helping to alleviate this burden.

2. Fostering Education:
   Updated libraries and free books inspire a love of reading while giving students the tools they need to succeed academically.

3. Building Community:
   Events like this foster a sense of belonging and hope, showing families that they are supported by their community and local leaders.

Ayesha Curry on the Power of Community

While Stephen is a global basketball icon, Ayesha Curry has built her own legacy as a chef, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Speaking at the event, Ayesha emphasized the importance of coming together to uplift others:

“Oakland has given us so much, and we want to give back in every way we can. This isn’t just about the holidays—it’s about creating lasting change for families who need it most.”

Her words capture the essence of Eat. Learn. Play.’s mission: to build a future where every child has the chance to thrive.

The Currys: Champions On and Off the Court

Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s impact extends far beyond basketball and celebrity. Their annual holiday tradition is a testament to their belief in using their platform to make a difference.

With their 12th Christmas with the Currys, the couple has:

• Given over $2.2 million to Oakland families this year.
• Supported thousands of children through meals, books, and educational resources.
• Strengthened the bonds between community members during the holiday season.

As Stephen Curry continues to inspire on the court with the Golden State Warriors and Ayesha Curry makes waves in business and philanthropy, their joint efforts in Oakland remind us of the true meaning of the holidays: generosity, compassion, and community.