This week, Americans participated in a historic midterm election. The 2018 Midterms saw some of the highest voter turnout ever. According to NPR, more than 47% of eligible voters came out to the polls- higher than any midterm election in the past 50 years. To put it in perspective, the 2014 midterms saw a 36.7%… Continue reading Athletes Encourage America to Get Out and Vote
We unfortunately start off our November blog series with a story that has been written too many times. After the chaos that was the final few days of October in the US, our hearts go out to all who were affected by the tragedies in Pittsburgh and Kentucky. As it has with past tragedies in… Continue reading How Sports Support Communities in Times of Tragedy
We’ve compiled some of the biggest stories and news in sports philanthropy from the month of October 2018. Take a look at the latest updates from the industry and send us us your thoughts @tacklewhatsnext! NFL Eagles DE Chris Long is at it again with donating salary to charity Eagles DE Chris Long is donating 25%… Continue reading October 2018 Sports Philanthropy Round Up
It’s October, and those accustomed to the NFL’s continued support Breast Cancer Awareness Month have seen things look a little different since last season. The NFL is still deeply engaged in their “Crucial Catch” partnership with the American Cancer Society. In the month of October, each team is assigned a home game that is their… Continue reading The NFL’s Expanded Crucial Catch Initiative
Charity fundraisers are a great way for nonprofit organizations to raise money and awareness for their cause, while also courting major donors. As with any event, there is a lot of hard work that goes into throwing a fundraiser of any kind. There is money that has to go into the event and staff take… Continue reading Tips to Plan a Successful Charity Fundraiser
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