“They got money for wars, but can’t feed the poor.”

  • Tupac Shakur

At the Mathurin Family Foundation, we believe that access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right—not a privilege. Food insecurity directly affects individual health, economic stability, and the well-being of entire communities. Poor diets can increase the risk of chronic diseases, reduce cognitive development in children, and drive up healthcare costs—harsh realities that disproportionately impact underserved populations.

Good nutrition is also essential for athletic performance, fueling muscles, supporting bone development, and promoting overall health, including cognitive function and emotional resilience. That’s why we are committed to helping close the gap. Through food drives and community partnerships, we strive to ensure that no child or family goes hungry—because when basic needs are met, people can truly thrive.

Thanksgiving | Turkey Drive

For the past three years, with the support of two incredible partners—the Indiana Pacers and Kroger—Bennedict has hosted Thanksgiving food drives, providing meals for hundreds of underserved families in Indianapolis, Indiana. To date, he has helped a total of 900 families.

Multiple packages of frozen young turkey in mesh bags displayed on a table in a grocery store.

2022

Two men smiling, one holding a Haitian flag and the other wearing an Indiana basketball shirt. Text overlay about Benedict Mathurin, a Canadian-born basketball player for the Indiana Pacers, contributing to the Haitian community.

2023

Group of people, including children, standing behind a table with wrapped food items, in an indoor setting with a clock on the wall.

2024