This week’s newsstand is filled with inspiring stories of generosity and community impact.
From sports stars hosting charity events to local fundraisers making a difference, you’ll discover heartwarming initiatives like Cycle Gear’s Bike Night supporting pediatric cancer research and the Bengals’ diaper drive fundraiser.
Dive into a variety of events, celebrity-backed causes, and grassroots efforts that are making real change across the globe.
Get ready to be inspired!
Have a nice week! LIVE GENEROUSLY!
Roy
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CHAPTER NEWS
Terrific turnout for our Chicago Chapter. Attendees graded books, packaged books and took a tour of the incredible facility that distributes 2.5 million books per year to Chicago area students.
NFL Hall of Fame Coach Tony Dungy appeared in Chicago with sports personality Chris Broussard for a series of special conversations. Sports Philanthropy Network was fortunate to be in the front row to hear these amazing details.
Read the full write up here: https://sportsphilanthropynetwork.org/faith-work-and-football-a-conversation-with-hof-coach-tony-dungy-hosted-by-chris-broussard/
SPORTS PHILANTHROPY NEWS FOR THE WEEK
TOP STORIES FROM WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
- September 15 — Cycle Gear hosts a Bike Night fundraiser on September 15, 2024, supporting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride For Kids, with 10% of sales going towards pediatric brain tumor research.
- September 15 — The YMCA of the Coastal Bend’s sold-out sparring event, “Coastal Bend Champions for Charity,” raised funds for youth programs in Corpus Christi, TX.
- September 15 — The Bengals and Chiefs are competing in a “Sack Diaper Need” fundraiser, with Huggies matching up to $10,000 for Cincinnati’s Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank.
- September 14 — Membership is now open for 100 Women Who Care-Chelsea Area, a local organization that leverages collective donations to support area nonprofits, raising over $156,000 for local causes since 2020.
- September 14 — Bills Mafia raises nearly $18,000 for Tua Tagovailoa’s foundation after his concussion during Thursday’s game.
- September 14 — Islanders captain Anders Lee hosted his 5th annual Kan Jam charity tournament, raising $200,000 for families affected by cancer.
- September 13 — The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation will host its 6th annual charity tennis match on Sept. 14, featuring celebrity athletes and benefiting the foundation’s charitable initiatives.
- September 13 — Dwayne “DJ” Bravo’s 47 All White Charity Event returns for its seventh edition on September 15 at Zen Nightclub in Port of Spain, supporting underprivileged children and communities in Trinidad and Tobago through the 47 Foundation.
- September 13 — The Whitney Point Youth Club is hosting a shoe drive to raise funds for its children’s athletic leagues, providing recreational opportunities for kids in the rural community.
- September 13 — The Boys & Girls Club of Missoula hosted a sold-out fundraiser, “An Enchanted Evening at Hogwarts,” on Sept. 13, aiming to raise $100,000, with plans to expand the event and donations next year.
- September 13 — MacKenzie Scott has donated $132.5 million to Native American-led nonprofits, significantly boosting their visibility and support with her no-strings-attached approach.
- September 13 — The Classic Sports Racing Group (CSRG) will host its annual Children’s Charity event at Sonoma Raceway from Sept. 13-15, offering spectators rides in historic race cars to raise funds for Sonoma Valley charities.
- September 13 — Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn was named NFLPA Community MVP for his “Kicks For Kids” event, where he provided 50 students in Roxbury, MA, with sneakers, school supplies, and Patriots gear ahead of the new school year.
- September 12 — Columbia, SC, welcomes mid-September with charity walks, runs, and the return of SC Horror-Con, offering a variety of events for all interests this weekend.
- September 12 — The Ridge High School Ski Team is hosting a car wash fundraiser on September 15 and collecting clothing and household items through September 14 in Basking Ridge, NJ, to support their fall fundraising efforts.
- September 12 — Ridge High School to host the first annual UNICO Football Bowl on Sept. 13 in Basking Ridge, NJ, supporting the Brooke Healey Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Awareness.
- September 12 — The University of the Ozarks and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission have partnered to build an Olympic-level shooting sports facility in Clarksville, AR, with $2 million in matching funds pledged by AGFC.
- September 12 — WCOM 103.5 FM announces its annual Disc Golf Tournament fundraiser this Saturday, Sept. 14, at Steel String Brewery in Mebane, NC, supporting the station’s move to a new location.
- September 12 — $20,000 worth of equipment stolen from Whitefish’s Smith Fields Athletic Complex in Montana, impacting youth sports maintenance, with police seeking tips and surveillance footage.
- September 12 — The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation’s 18th Annual Kayak Fundraiser & Cleanup will take place on October 12-13, 2024, raising funds for habitat restoration while participants help clean the lagoon.
- September 11 — WKU men’s basketball to host UAB in a charity exhibition on Oct. 27 in Bowling Green, KY, benefiting the Koon Teen Center at The Boys & Girls Club of Bowling Green.
- September 11 — The “Tip-A-Cop” event in Duluth, MN, raises funds for Special Olympics as local law enforcement teams up with the community for a great cause.
- September 11 — Nevada firefighters host “Freedom Ride” in Las Vegas, raising funds for local first responder charities while honoring the 343 firefighters who died on 9/11.
- September 10 — Colorado launches a month-long campaign to raise funds for youth sports access, supported by the Daniels Fund and Project Play Colorado, with matching donations and statewide events in September.
- September 10 — Flames Charity Golf Classic raises $365,000 for Calgary Flames Foundation, benefiting health, wellness, and grassroots sports in southern Alberta.
- September 10 — Kansas City Board of Public Utilities seeks local children’s charities to benefit from 2024 charity golf tournament in Kansas City, KS.
- September 10 — NFL legend J.J. Watt donates $6,500 to 16-year-old Marcus Skeet’s charity marathon in London, supporting mental health nonprofit Mind.
- September 10 — The Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame announces its Class of 2024, including 10 industry legends, with a ceremony set for December 17 in New York City.
- September 9 — Sharks Foundation sets $1 million goal for Bay Area non-profits during 30th anniversary season, starting with donation to Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley.
- September 9 — UMass men’s basketball to face Providence College in a charity exhibition on Oct. 26 in Providence, RI, with proceeds supporting the Rhode Island Free Clinic and Baystate Children’s Hospital.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- October 1 — 6th Annual Women’s Empowerment Symposium
- October 10 — 17th Annual Caring for Kids Gala
- October 17 — Beautiful Lives Project Second Annual Court of Dreams Event
- October 21 — Eat and Evolve
- October 22 — Act Today: 16th Annnual Conference
- October 23 — Sportico-RISE Women’s Sports
- October 28 — Marine Corps Southwest Florida Golf Outing
- November 20 — Spieth & Friends Flyaway Sweepstakes
MOTIVATION FOR THE WEEK
HUMOR FOR THE WEEK
JOB BOARD
- Director of Development, Corporate Relations – Special Olympics Illinois, Chicago, IL
- President and CEO – YMCA, Kittanning, PA
- Assistant Director of Development – College of Charleston, Charleston, SC
- Director of Annual Giving – Wichita State, Taymar Sales U., Wichita, KS
- Executive Director of the Athletic Association – Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA
- Director of Regional Development – Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI
- Director, Class Legacy Gift Programs – USNA Alumni Association & Foundation, Annapolis, MD
- Teen Sports and Recreation Leader – Boys and Girls Club of Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, CA
- Community Outreach & Impact Assistant – Indiana Sports Corp, Indianapolis, IN
- Athletics Volunteer – Park District of Highland Park, Highland Park, IL
- Ambassador Engagement Manager – West, USA Pickleball (Remote)
- Assistant Coach-Sprint Football (Casual) – Walsh University, North Canton, OH
- Head Men’s Basketball Coach (PT) – SUNY Sullivan, Loch Sheldrake, NY
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