Knicks in the Community
The Knicks organization is committed to building programs of excellence that give back to the community and enhance the game of basketball. In partnership with the Garden of Dreams Foundation, the Knicks continue to make dreams come true for children in crisis. Knicks' players, coaches, alumni, dancers and staff actively play a role in our goal of giving back in the community. Thank you for your continued commitment to the Knicks and our efforts in the community.

Recent Events

Knicks, GDF Kickoff Season
Some 250 children and their families came out to The Garden on Oct. 20 for the Knicks/Garden of Dreams Launch Party.
Knick Poetry Slam Orientation
The Knicks hosted area teachers to the preseason games on October 13 and 16 to spread the word on Knicks Poetry Slam.
Special Visit by KCD
On Oct. 15, two of the KCD spent an afternoon visiting children at Hackensack University Medical Center.


Dream Day of Service
The Knicks and children from Children's Village spent the day together visiting the MSG Training Center then refreshing Children Village's basketball court.
Back to School
Local teachers joined the Knicks at preaseason games for "Knicks Read to Achieve @ powertolearn.com" orientations.
Knicks Host Dream Week
John Starks and the Knicks hosted Day Three of Garden of Dreams "Dream Week" with children from Children's AID Society.


Community Programs



Upcoming Events

November 4
7:30 p.m. vs. Indiana Pacers at MSG -- Dream Suite Night
The Knicks and Garden of Dreams are hosting guests from one of their partner charities for an exclusive unique game experience. Children and their families will watch pre-game shoot around and take in the game from a catered suite with Knicks alumni and special guests.

November 7
Knicks Poetry Slam Open Auditions & College Fair -- 10 a.m - 2 p.m at Manhattan Center
Knicks Poetry Slam kicks off with the Open Audition and College Fair at the Manhattan Center. Activities include live entertainment and college prep workshops. Admission is free.

November 19
Knicks City Dancers Hospital Visit
As a part of their efforts with Garden of Dreams, the Knicks City Dancers will spend an afternoon visiting children at a Garden of Dreams partner hospital.