Sports Philanthropy Newsstand 6-23-2025

ICC Chairman Jay Shah, alongside the BCCI, celebrated International Olympic Day by spotlighting cricket’s return to the Olympics and championing the “Let’s Move?” campaign—an initiative urging global communities to embrace physical activity for better health. Shah emphasized that the dual focus on sport and movement highlights the synergy between athleticism and well-being, inviting individuals everywhere to get active and unite for a healthier future

Bob Woodruff Foundation held its Celebrity Veterans Golf Classic at Tennessee’s President’s Reserve on the Hermitage Golf Course. This star-studded charity scramble drew celebrities and veterans alike, offering a day of golf, brunch, cocktails, and camaraderie. The event raised vital funds to support veterans and military families, with proceeds directed toward mental health services, housing assistance, employment programs, and food security initiatives. 

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TOP STORIES FROM WEEK ENDING JUNE 23, 2025

June 16 – The NBA and NBA Foundation committed $10 million to support economic empowerment and career development for Black communities.

June 16 – The Chicago Cubs Charities donated $350,000 to support community baseball fields restoration.

June 16 – Manchester United launched the “United for Change” initiative to raise funds for youth sports programs across the UK.

June 17 – Serena Williams and the Serena Williams Fund donated $1 million to support girls’ education and sports programs globally.

June 17 – The PGA Tour partnered with local food banks to distribute meals during the Memorial Tournament week.

June 17 – The Boston Marathon announced a new partnership with local charities to promote health and fitness in underserved communities.

June 18 – The Special Olympics World Games announced a fundraising event to enhance athlete training facilities.

June 18 – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) launched the Olympic Solidarity Fund to help athletes from developing countries prepare for Paris 2024.

June 18 – NBA player Chris Paul partnered with Feeding America to provide 1 million meals to families in need across the U.S.

June 19 – The Wimbledon Championships began with a focus on sustainability and donated proceeds to environmental charities.

June 19 – The LA Galaxy Foundation awarded $250,000 in grants to community soccer programs benefiting youth in Southern California.

June 19 – The Dallas Cowboys Foundation granted $600,000 to youth football programs in Texas.

June 20 – The NBA G League hosted a charity game benefiting disaster relief efforts.

June 20 – The Tour de France announced a charity ride segment raising funds for cancer research.

June 20 – The NFL Players Association donated $500,000 to support mental health initiatives for retired athletes.

June 21 – The Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medalist Naomi Osaka launched a foundation to provide sports scholarships to young women in Asia.

June 21 – The New York Yankees Foundation donated $400,000 to local youth baseball leagues in the Bronx.

June 21 – The Golden State Warriors Community Foundation committed $1 million to fight homelessness through sports initiatives.

June 22 – The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 committee started a campaign to boost girls’ sports programs worldwide.

June 22 – The Rugby World Cup 2025 organizers partnered with UNICEF to promote youth education and sports participation.

June 22 – The Boston Celtics Foundation awarded grants to nonprofits focusing on youth mentorship and sports access.

June 23 – The UEFA Champions League charity gala raised over €2 million to support refugees through sport.

June 23 – The Australian Open launched a campaign to promote indigenous youth participation in tennis across Australia.

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