April 6th: #IDSDP FIH shares stories showing power of sport to promote peace on International Day of Sport for Development and Peace World Rugby announce Spirit of Rugby partners to mark the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace Peace and Sport President Bouzou praises impact of #WhiteCard initiative Happy International Day of Sport… Continue reading April 2019 Sports Philanthropy Round Up
Category: Philanthropy
2019 NFL Mock Draft: Philanthropy Edition
The 2019 NFL Draft is quickly approaching and dozens of college hopefuls will be in the spotlight for their athletic ability. Teams are gearing up to select the new editions to their 2019 rosters and the mock drafts have been in full swing for weeks. We’re here to talk about athletes giving back, and one… Continue reading 2019 NFL Mock Draft: Philanthropy Edition
Using Lacrosse to Empower Indigenous Youth
We say this a lot, but it’s true: Sport has the power to make meaningful and positive change in communities around the world. Earlier this year, the National Lacrosse League (NLL) announced they were extending their partnership with Right To Play, an organization that aims to protect, educate and empower youth through play and sport.… Continue reading Using Lacrosse to Empower Indigenous Youth
The Numbers Behind Sport for Development’s Impact in Communities
April 6th is the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP). Formally recognized by the United Nations, the day is an opportunity for organizations around the world to show how sport has made a positive social impact in their communities. Nelson Mandela famously said that sport has the power to change the world.… Continue reading The Numbers Behind Sport for Development’s Impact in Communities
March 2019 Sports Philanthropy Roundup
NFL Zach Ertz Honored With Steinberg-DeNicola Humanitarian AwardZach Ertz was recognized with the Steinberg-DeNicola Humanitarian Award for his service to the community. Ertz joined teammate Carson Wentz on a trip to Haiti and soon decided to form the Ertz Family Foundation with his wife Julie to assist youth who were less fortunate with better sporting… Continue reading March 2019 Sports Philanthropy Roundup
