This week’s Newsstand highlights incredible acts of generosity and community support.
From Shohei Ohtani’s wildfire relief donation to Spelman College’s historic $100 million gift, philanthropy is making a major impact.
Sports teams, businesses, and local groups are stepping up with fundraisers and initiatives across the U.S. and Canada.
Join the movement and find ways to support these important causes in your community!
Have a nice week!
LIVE GENEROUSLY!
Roy
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SPORTS PHILANTHROPY NEWS FOR THE WEEK
TOP STORIES FROM WEEK ENDING JANUARY 19, 2025
- January 19 — Shohei Ohtani Donates $500,000 for LA Fire Relief as Local Sports Figures Step Up
- January 18 — Spelman College in Georgia Receives Historic $100 Million Gift from Philanthropist Ronda Stryker
- January 18 — Windsor Lancers Host “Shoot for Change” Night to Launch Youth Sports Fund in Ontario
- January 17 — Riot Games Keeps LA Office Closed Due to Wildfires, Launches Fundraisers in Valorant and League of Legends
- January 17 — LA Shows Unite to Support Wildfire Victims with Fundraisers Across the City
- January 17 — Crypto.com Pledges $1 Million for Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts in California
- January 17 — How to Help Those Affected by Wildfires Across Los Angeles County
- January 16 — Camas-Washougal Community Chest to Host Valentine’s Day Fundraiser in Washington to Meet Growing Needs
- January 16 –Kirk Gibson to Headline West Michigan Whitecaps’ Winter Fundraising Event in Grand Rapids, Michigan
- January 16 — Wheeling’s Soup Kitchen Seeks Support for Annual ‘Souper Bowl’ Fundraiser in West Virginia
- January 16 — Oregon Athletes and Businesses Rally to Support LA Wildfire Victims
- January 16 — Asheville Community Rallies with Basketball Fundraiser for Injured Teen Lorenzo Lopez in North Carolina
- January 16 — Rutter’s Donates Record $2.1 Million to Local Charities in Pennsylvania
- January 16 — Dan Gilbert to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Greater Cleveland Sports Awards
- January 15 — Newington Nor’easters to Host Fundraiser for Veterans During Saturday Night Game in Connecticut
- January 15 — LAPD vs. LAFD Broomball Game to Benefit Special Olympics New Mexico on Feb. 7 in Los Alamos
- January 15 — Zachary Community Rallies to Support High School Football Player Je’Caryous Johnson During Health Battle in Louisiana
- January 15 — Poway Church in California Seeks Donations for Guatemala House-Building Mission and Fundraiser
- January 15 – More Than Fifteen Brands and Organizations Donate Proceeds to Support LA Wildfire Relief Efforts
- January 14 — Bedford Baseball Club Launches Fundraiser to Support Local Youth Programs in Massachusetts
- January 14 — Maplewood Foundation Raises $47,000 at Sold-Out Event, Sets $90,000 Grant Goal for 2025 in New Jersey
- January 13 — Twelve Los Angeles Sports Teams Pledge $8 Million to Support Victims of LA Fires in California
- January 13 — Kenilworth Life Scout Seeks Community Support for 2025 Eagle Scout Project in New Jersey
- January 13 — Peconic River Sportsman’s Club in New York Raises $54K for Breast Cancer Charities
MOTIVATION FOR THE WEEK
HUMOR FOR THE WEEK
JOB BOARD
- Youth Sports Site Manager & Community Outreach Specialist – i9 Sports, Brooklyn Park, MN
- Community Partnership Manager – Official League Co, Portland, OR
- Community Engagement Manager – Lou Fusz Athletic, Earth City, MO
- Manager, Ticket Sales & Community Relations – Ontario Professional Baseball Club, Ontario, CA
- Youth Development Coordinator – YMCA of the North, Minneapolis, MN
- Youth Sports Coordinator – Billings Family YMCA, Billings, MT
- Youth Sports Coordinator – City of Little Rock, AR
- Community Liaison, High School Student Exchange Program – SMG Field Development, Remote (Gloucester, VA)
- Director, Club Relations (Community Relations & Engagement) – The Players Alliance, Fort Lee, NJ
- Manager, Community Engagement – Special Olympics Florida, Miami, FL
- Director, Club Relations (Community Relations & Engagement) – The Players Alliance, Fort Lee, NJ
- Executive Director, Baltimore Orioles Foundation – Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore, MD
- Coordinator, Donor Operations – USA Hockey Foundation, Colorado Springs, CO
- Fundraiser – World Championships Organizing Committee, Inc. (Remote)
- Professional Fundraiser – Elite Fundraising Solutions, LLC/Krank Golf, Baton Rouge, LA (Hybrid)
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