The foundation has undertaken its most daring project, refurbishing various parks and recreation centers for the children. Its first endeavor was Nickerson Gardens recreation center in the heart of Watts in Los Angeles, California. The foundation refurbished two existing basketball courts and added two new half courts with adjustable backboards. The two new adjustable backboards for the two new half courts at Nickerson Gardens.

Executive Director of Athletes Helping Kids Don Edwards cutting the ribbon at the rededication of Nickerson Gardens with Council Woman Janis Hahn of the 15th District and Jon Kirk Mukri General Manager Department of Recreation and Parks, along with the children of Watts.

At the rededication of Nickerson Gardens (left to right) Jon Kirk Mukri General Manager Department of Recreation and Parks, Don Edwards Executive Director of Athletes Helping Kids, Reggie Doss Board Member, Council Woman Janis Hahn of the 15th District, Jim Weatherly Board Member, unknown child, Brad Booth Board Member, and Chris Hale Board Member.