Action Sports Ryan Sheckler’s 12th Annual Charity Golf Tournament and Gala Receives Unprecedented Amount of Giving Photo essay: GRLSWIRL skateboarders go big with inclusion, inspiration and philanthropy Hurricane Dorian relief comes from Florida sports icons Dan Marino, Tiger Woods, Kelly Slater East LA Board Shop Combines Skateboarding, Education To Keep Kids Off The Streets Corporate… Continue reading September 2019 Sports Philanthropy Round Up
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RECAP: President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition
We had the opportunity to attend the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition this week and learn more about the new National Youth Sports Strategy. Speakers from different health agencies across the national government spoke about the collaborations and data studies they put together. Anovia Craven, Special Olympics Ambassador, spoke about the impact sport… Continue reading RECAP: President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition
The “Stick to Sports” Debate
Stick to sports. It’s a term that has popped up in the media due to the increase of athlete activism, especially in today’s divisive political climate. The debate over whether athletes have a right to speak their minds at their day job can be uncomfortable. Sports serve as an escape for many people. The power… Continue reading The “Stick to Sports” Debate
Why Collaborations Can Be a Game Changer for Athletes
Athletes often ask us why they should align themselves with a nonprofit organization instead of creating their own. While it’s great to see athletes getting involved in the community regardless of how they do it, it’s clear that collaborations with existing nonprofits are a much more efficient and strategic way to make social impact. Why?… Continue reading Why Collaborations Can Be a Game Changer for Athletes
August 2019 Sports Philanthropy Round Up
Boxing Manny Pacquiao’s trunks sell for over P1 million in charity auction Corporations ESPN To Avoid Trump And 2020 Election Swim Across America Receives Additional $2 Million Donation from Merck to Accelerate Cancer Research New Balance Canada Announces Second Year in Jumpstart Partnership with Sport Chek to Help Kids Reach Their Full Potential More Than… Continue reading August 2019 Sports Philanthropy Round Up