This week’s newsstands highlight powerful stories of generosity and community impact.
From sports car enthusiasts in the Philippines funding scholarships to Eagles rookie Jalyx Hunt turning a Super Bowl fine into college tour opportunities, giving takes center stage.
Universities, local businesses, and nonprofits nationwide are launching major fundraising drives, from Syracuse’s $50 million athletics campaign to Give BIG Green Bay’s record $3.5 million in 24 hours.
Explore these inspiring efforts and see how communities worldwide are making a difference.
Also, make sure you SAVE THE DATE for Sports Philanthropy World 2025, hosted by KPMG, June 26th and 27th in Chicago!
Have a nice week!
LIVE GENEROUSLY!
Roy
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER NEWS
SPORTS PHILANTHROPY NEWS FOR THE WEEK
TOP STORIES FROM WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 23, 2025
- February 23 — Sports car enthusiasts in Bonifacio Global City, Philippines, unite for “Sports Cars for a Cause,” raising funds for student scholarships and a new school building.
- February 23 — The Skate for LA Strong charity game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA, unites athletes and first responders to support wildfire recovery efforts.
- February 23 — New England Disabled Sports in Lincoln, NH, hosts its Breaking Boundaries Gala on March 15, the organization’s largest fundraiser supporting adaptive sports programs.
- February 23 — The Hope and Rest Temporary Shelter in Front Royal, VA, surpasses its $20,000 goal, raising $22,000 during its inaugural Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk.
- February 22 — The community in Belton, TX, unites at a fundraiser to support 11-year-old Jordan Mitchell’s battle against leukemia, raising funds for her treatment and expenses.
- February 22 — MSU Northern in Havre, MT, hosts an English High Tea fundraiser on March 9 to support its London Study Abroad Program.
- February 22 — The community in Stowe, VT, rallies to support Paul Morris’ heart transplant recovery, raising over $127,000 toward a $275,000 goal through fundraisers and raffles.
- February 22 — HuskyTHON at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT, challenges over 4,000 students to raise $375,000 in 24 hours for Connecticut Children’s Foundation.
- February 21 — The Bullpen Foundation in Huntsville, AL, hosts a kickball fundraiser on March 25 to support youth sports through equipment donations and financial aid.
- February 21 — Eagles rookie Jalyx Hunt in Philadelphia, PA, donates his Super Bowl fine, helping raise over $24,000 to send students on college tours through Barbers Who Care.
- February 21 — Parrot Key Caribbean Grill in Fort Myers Beach, FL, donates $1,138 to Kids’ Minds Matter to support children’s mental health services in Southwest Florida.
- February 20 — Give BIG Green Bay in Green Bay, WI, sets a record with $3.5 million raised in 24 hours for 50 local nonprofits.
- February 20 — Lang Realty in Boca Raton, FL, launches Lang Cares 2025, supporting local communities through fundraising events, donation drives, and volunteer initiatives.
- February 20 — Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ, launches a fundraising campaign to support its Five-Point Plan, revitalizing the surrounding community through education, safety, and economic growth.
- February 20 — Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY, launches a $50 million athletics fundraising campaign to support programs and pay athletes pending the House v. NCAA settlement.
- February 19 — The Stuart C. Gildred Family YMCA in Santa Ynez, CA, launches its 2025 annual support campaign with a $190,000 fundraising goal to benefit local programs.
- February 19 — The Cancer Crusaders in Bennington, VT, host their annual Cabin Fever Dance on Feb. 22 to support the Patient Resource Fund at the Cancer Center.
- February 19 — DeSales University’s Bobby Dingell in Center Valley, PA, named to the 2025 Lou Gehrig Community Impact Team for his leadership, philanthropy, and community service.
- February 19 — Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA, kicks off its annual Giving Day, uniting Hokies to support university programs through donations and fundraising challenges.
- February 19 — Southeastern Community College in Whiteville, NC, hosts the Frosty Freeze fundraiser on March 4 to support its ambassador program and athletics.
- February 19 — The Jenkins Athletic Club in Savannah, GA, hosts its 9th Annual Clays for Kids fundraiser on March 28 to support youth athletic programs and facility upgrades.
- February 19 — The Bourbon Bash in Evanston, WY, raises a record $45,000 to support the Evanston Youth Club, helping fund afterschool programs and community activities.
- February 19 — The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, organizes a flood relief donation drive outside Rupp Arena to support communities impacted by recent flooding.
- February 18 — The Golden Civic Foundation in Golden, CO, launches Mountain Mardi Gras fundraiser from Feb. 28 to March 4 to support local businesses and grant programs.
- February 18 — The North Shore Rotary Charity Fantasy Football League in Staten Island, NY, raises funds to support local charities through business and philanthropy.
- February 18 — A three-year study finds MacKenzie Scott’s $19 billion in unrestricted charitable giving has had a transformational impact on nonprofits across the U.S.
- February 18 — TrustFord in Bristol, UK, raises £6,000 through a test drive event to support the Bristol Bears Community Foundation’s efforts to address inequality.
- February 18 — The Medicine Hat Health Foundation in Medicine Hat, AB, launches its Driving Donations campaign, raffling a 2025 Ford Escape to support local healthcare.
- February 18 — The Burnettsville Community Board in Burnettsville, IN, hosts a fundraiser on Feb. 23 to support community center upgrades and ADA-mandated improvements.
- February 17 — The 38th Annual Philadelphia All Star Labor Classic at Holy Family University in Philadelphia, PA, raises funds for The Superhero Project to support NICU families.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MOTIVATION FOR THE WEEK
HUMOR FOR THE WEEK
JOB BOARD
- Philanthropy Manager – Western National Parks, Oro Valley, AZ
- Seasonal Community Impact Coordinator (Part-Time) – Portland Thorns FC, Portland, OR
- Community Giving Coordinator – The Link, Minneapolis, MN
- Outside Sales Representative – Sports Fundraising – Gold Athletics, Burlington, VT
- Community and Events Coordinator – Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, TX
- Coordinator for Success Through Well-Being – Columbia University, New York, NY
- Head Soccer Coach – Women’s Program – Northwest Arkansas Community College, Bentonville, AR
- Community Engagement Manager – Corvallis Public Schools Foundation, Corvallis, OR
- Volunteer Manager – SBP, Tampa, FL
- Manager, Corporate & Community Relations – Greenville Swamp Rabbits, Greenville, SC
- Assistant Director of Philanthropy – Wofford College, Spartanburg, SC
- Community Services Coordinator (SC Youth Sports and Recreation) – New Castle County Government, New Castle, DE
- Volunteer and Community Engagement Coordinator – Everstand, Baltimore, MD
- Director, Fundraising Campaigns & Volunteer Engagement – Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Inc, Purchase, NY
- Director of Service – Alabama State Athletics – Peak Sports MGMT, Montgomery, AL
- Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Leadership and Engagement – Oakland University, Rochester, MI
- Philanthropy Coordinator – Michigan Humane, Detroit, MI
- Community Engagement Coordinator – Young Musicians Foundation, Los Angeles, CA
- Manager of Community Engagement – Lilyfield Inc, Oklahoma City, OK
- Corporate and Community Engagement Manager – Ronald McDonald House Charities New York Metro, New Hyde Park, NY
- Resource Development & Community Engagement Officer – Aga Khan Foundation USA, Washington, DC
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