NBA Icon Commits $2 Million to Conquer Urban Decay in Birmingham and Leeds

Charles Barkley is revitalizing his late mother's Leeds home and tackling neighborhood blight. Committing $2 million—$1 million each for Leeds and Birmingham—Barkley aims to buy and renovate derelict houses. His philanthropic efforts include support for education, ALS research, and community initiatives. “I want to help revive these neighborhoods,” he stated.