Mothers Committed to Making a Difference
Mission/Vision
The Mission is to support the communities and make a difference in the lives of those where we and our sons and daughters live, work, and play. We do this through charitable works, volunteer efforts, and fundraising, while continuing to build and promote a sisterhood among women who share the common bond of mothers of professional athletes.
Our vision is to build supportive relationships with mothers of professional athletes that will last a lifetime. 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.
Our Philosophy
A Mother’s Love
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.
25th Anniversary Video
MPBP, Inc. Board of Directors
Linda Shanklin
National President
Louise Jack
National Vice-President
Monica baldwin
National Secretary
Carolyn Brewer
National Treasurer
tanya may-powell
Assistant treasurer
Shelbia clark
National Chaplain
DeAndra Ware
National Communications Director
kathy jordan
administrator
Stacy Adams-Wright
National Historian
iris james
parliamentarian
sheba coffey
recruiting Director
Gina Johnson
Western Regional Director
Wendy sparks
Northeastern Region Director
mary ford
southWestern Regional Director
Dr. zanthia reddish
Atlantic Region Director
