In 1990, Parker established the non-profit Sonny Parker Youth Foundation (SPYF) in his hometown of Chicago. The foundation is designed to provide year-round educational, recreational, and multi-cultural programs for inner-city children from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Parker founded the non-profit Sonny Parker Youth Foundation (SPYF) in 1990, focusing on providing year-round opportunities for urban children in Chicago. The foundation's programs cater to a range of interests and age groups, from preschool to high school.