This week’s Newsstand highlights inspiring acts of generosity and community support across the globe.
In Australia, the Sydney Swans football club launched a community initiative to provide free sports programs and mentoring for underprivileged youth, empowering the next generation through teamwork and positive role models.
In Kenya, the Safaricom Foundation partnered with local charities to build sustainable water wells in rural communities, providing access to clean water for thousands of families and promoting health and education.
Read on to see how you can support these meaningful efforts!
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 APRIL 6, 2025
- March 31 — The 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four commenced in San Antonio, TX, featuring Auburn, Florida, Duke, and Houston competing for the national championship.
- March 31 — The Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament (WBIT) Championship concluded in Indianapolis, showcasing top collegiate women’s basketball teams competing for the title.
- March 31 — The Charleston Open, a premier WTA Tour event, commenced, attracting leading women’s tennis players to compete on the green clay courts of Charleston.
- March 31 — The U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship began in Houston, featuring top ATP Tour players vying for the title on American soil.
- April 1 — The Las Vegas Raiders re-signed five exclusive rights free agents: Matthew Butler, Kana’i Mauga, Jordan Meredith, Charles Snowden, and Sam Webb, bolstering their roster for the upcoming NFL season.
- April 1 — The NFL passed a new overtime rule mandating that both teams possess the ball in both regular season and playoffs, reducing overtime to 10 minutes.
- April 1 — Mecosta County, MI, hosted a variety of nonprofit and community events, including a Kids Painting Palooza, a community skate, and a fruit tree grafting workshop.
- April 2 — The Charleston Open continued with intense matches as players battled for spots in the later rounds of this prestigious WTA event.
- April 2 — The U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship in Houston saw American players making significant strides on home soil.
- April 3 — The Charleston Open reached its quarterfinal stage, with top seeds advancing in pursuit of the championship.
- April 3 — The U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship quarterfinals featured thrilling matches, highlighting the depth of talent in men’s tennis.
- April 4 — Former Raiders defensive end Janarius Robinson signed with the Kansas City Chiefs, strengthening their defensive lineup.
- April 4 — Quarterback Trey Lance signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers, aiming to revitalize his career with a new team.
- April 4 — Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce purchased a $3.3 million mansion to convert into a transitional living facility for homeless youth, partnering with Foster Love.
- April 5 — The Charleston Open semifinals took place, setting the stage for an exciting final match in this WTA tournament.
- April 5 — The U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship semifinals showcased intense competition among top ATP players.
- April 5 — The Hope Health & Sunshine Foundation hosted its 2025 Jazz Night & Charity Auction at the Pasadena Yacht & Country Club, raising funds for cancer patients in Pinellas County, FL.
- April 6 — The NCAA Women’s Final Four took place at the Alamodome in Tampa, FL, featuring top teams competing for the national championship.
- April 6 — The Mizzou Tigers gymnastics team advanced to the 2025 NCAA Regional Finals, defeating top-seeded Georgia and other competitors, showcasing exceptional performances.
- April 6 — The Las Vegas Raiders planned to trade or release cornerback Jack Jones, signaling potential changes in their defensive strategy.
- April 6 — The “Project Play Summit” was held at the University of California, Berkeley, bringing together leaders to discuss building healthier communities through youth sports.
- April 6 — The “1st Lt. Derek Hines Fund Flag Day 5K” was announced for June 14, 2025, in Newburyport, MA, aiming to support fallen soldiers’ families.
- April 6 — The “The Greg Hill Classic” golf tournament was announced for May 13-16, 2025, in Bermuda, aiming to raise funds for local charities.
- April 6 — Alexander Ovechken broke Wayne Gretzkys NHL goal record with 895 goals when the Capitals played aginst the New York Islanders.
MOTIVATION FOR THE WEEK
HUMOR FOR THE WEEK
JOB BOARD
- ON-SITE SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATORS, NCAA Division III — Various Locations
- SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR, DAZN — New York, Los Angeles or London
- MARKETING MANAGER, Stockton Kings — Stockton, CA
- EMAIL MARKETING ASSOCIATE, San Antonio Spurs — San Antonio, TX
- MANAGER OF PHOTOGRAPHY, New York Giants — East Rutherford, NJ
- SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, NFL, Prime Video — New York, NY
- SENIOR MANAGER, INFLUENCER MARKETING, DraftKings Inc. — New York, NY
- SR. MANAGER SPORTS MARKETING, adidas — Colombia
- DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND MARKETING, LSU Athletics — Baton Rouge, LA
- MANAGER, BRAND DESIGN, LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games — Los Angeles, CA
- INFLUENCER MARKETING MANAGER, Runna — Boston, MA
- COORDINATOR, EVENTS, BC Lions — Vancouver, BC
- TEAMS DESIGNER, LIV Golf — New York, NY
- SEASONAL DIGITAL VIDEO EDITOR, NFL — Inglewood, CA
- SEASONAL PRODUCER II, NFL — Mount Laurel, NJ
- SOCIAL MEDIA CREATIVE, Fanatics — New York, NY
- DIGITAL MEDIA MANAGER, FanDuel — New York, NY
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