New York, 25 April 2025 - Phillips has announced a partnership with The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation (TMJF), benefitting the eponymous non-profit organization founded by the two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time Pro Bowl safety Malcolm Jenkins. On 14 May, Phillips New York's Day Sale of Modern and Contemporary Art will feature artworks donated directly by artists including Tavares Strachan, Adrian Armstrong, Yoyo Lander, Hebru Brantley, Dominic Chambers, and Anthony Akinbola, with proceeds supporting the foundation's mission to create positive change in the lives of youth, particularly those in underserved communities. The collaboration marks the first time the auction house has organized a Modern and Contemporary Art auction in partnership with a professional athlete.
The sale follows an event hosted by Jenkins this past February in tandem with Super Bowl LIX, with support from the NFLPA (National Football League Players Association) and the PAF (Professional Athletes Foundation). In New Orleans, Phillips, Jenkins, and TMJF joined forces to host a panel discussion on collecting fine art, watches, and jewels, while showcasing works from artists brought in for the Super Bowl festivities.
Malcolm Jenkins, the Founder and Chairman of The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation and CEO of Malcolm Inc., described the project as "the convergence of culture, community, and purpose." Reflecting on The Game of Art and the Phillips auction, he added, "I'm honored to have the support of these contemporary artists and Phillips." Ferguson Amo, Associate, Modern and Contemporary Art at Phillips, called it "an honor to work with a multi-hyphenate such as Malcolm and The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation in raising funds and awareness for such a worthy cause," noting that Jenkins "has used his influence to promote positive change, creating innovative programs and opportunities for the youth in the communities his foundation serves." He extended his gratitude to "all the artists who have graciously donated works of art to this endeavor."
The works on offer
Among the works confirmed for the Day Sale are Tavares Strachan's We Are in This Together (Pink) (2019), estimated at $40,000 to $60,000, Adrian Armstrong's Luke 15:24 (2025), and Yoyo Lander's Helen (2023). Additional works are to be announced in the lead-up to the sale. The full group of confirmed lots, with their pre-sale estimates, is as follows:
Exhibition and sale details
Highlights from the group were on view at Phillips Los Angeles from 22 to 24 April, followed by the public exhibition in New York from 3 to 13 May. The Day Sale of Modern and Contemporary Art takes place on 14 May 2025 at 432 Park Avenue, New York, NY, with viewing from 3 to 13 May.
Founded in 2010, The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity celebrating 15 years of effectuating positive change in the lives of youth in underserved communities, committed to providing transformative learning opportunities, resources, and experiences to empower young people to succeed in life and become contributing members of their communities. Phillips, a leading global platform for buying and selling 20th and 21st century works, offers dedicated expertise across Modern and Contemporary Art, Design, Photographs, Editions, Watches, and Jewels, with auctions and exhibitions held primarily in New York, London, Geneva, and Hong Kong.
Estimates do not include the buyer's premium; prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer's premium.
(Press Release)
