SPIDACARES Hosts Students at Cavs Game
In March 2025, SPIDACARES hosted 20 students from JFK High School at Adidas takeover night at The Rocket Mortgage Field House. The excitement in the room was electric as the students put on their new DON sneakers and gear. “The shoes, the shirt, the hat, the bookbag—I feel thankful and appreciated. This is my first time at the Cavs stadium,” said one of the students. “Don, everything you do for Cleveland, I appreciate,” added another.
“Education is very important to our family,” said Nicole Mitchell, Executive Director of SPIDACARES. Reflecting on the importance of learning, Donovan added, “The ball stops bouncing at some point, and all you’re going to have is what’s left in your brain. So I try to instill that in kids: you need school.”
Before the game, Donovan stopped by to welcome them in person and encourage them in school. Reflecting on the experience, Donovan noted, “[It’s about] giving kids hope, giving kids something to look forward to on a daily basis, and using my platform for greater good.”