This week’s newsstand is packed with inspiring stories of giving back and making a difference.
From East Toronto’s farewell to the iconic Leslieville Dollhouse and charity races in Ohio and Rhode Island, to major fundraising events across the U.S. and U.K., communities are coming together for powerful causes.
Whether it’s raising millions for cancer research, empowering girls through sports, or supporting veterans and local charities, these headlines highlight the incredible impact of philanthropy.
Dive in to learn more about the ways people are making a difference locally and globally!
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 29, 2024
- September 29 — East Toronto residents invited to say goodbye to Leslieville Dollhouse, take home toy or doll at charity fundraiser supporting MLSE Change the Game campaign today.
- September 29 — Old Bridge defeats Chargers 3-0 at 2024 Soccer for a Cause Festival in Metuchen, NJ, raising over $10,000 for pediatric cancer and hunger charities.
- September 29 — Hazleton family raises over $100,000 for local charities and youth organizations through annual Independence Day event, benefiting groups across Luzerne County.
- September 28 — Ohio State hosts the “Play for Hope Charity Classic” this weekend at Buckeye Field in Columbus, raising funds for cancer awareness with proceeds benefiting The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.
- September 28 — Sail for Hope race around Conanicut Island on Saturday to raise funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Rhode Island Chapter, Warrior Sailing, and Sail Newport’s Financial Aid Fund.
- September 28 — How to Donate and Support Flood Victims in Western North Carolina After Hurricane Helene.
- September 28 — Essential Tips for Making Informed and Secure Charitable Donations.
- September 28 — Charity sports card event raises $6,400 for childhood cancer research, with collector Ryan Wise donating 100% of his 2024 sales to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, totaling $7,500 so far.
- September 28 — Business Fives sporting fundraisers surpass £1 million in donations, with the latest Edinburgh event raising £8,926 for local and national charities.
- September 27 — The 14th Annual Cooper Red Hot Gala raised nearly $4 million, honoring Philly sports legends Ron and Liz Jaworski for their philanthropic impact on Camden and South Jersey communities.
- September 27 — Naomi Campbell banned from running her Fashion for Relief charity by U.K. regulator after inquiry cites “serious misconduct” involving misuse of funds for personal expenses.
- September 27 — Sammy Sosa returns to Chicago area to raise funds for Cubs fans in need through Club 400 charity, aiming to reach $1 million at its 10-year anniversary event in Lake in the Hills.
- September 27 — The CRTC faces criticism for offering assigned office space as a charity fundraiser prize, with PSAC President Sharon DeSousa calling the move “completely out of touch” with workers amid concerns over the return-to-office mandate.
- September 27 — Jersey Mike’s Subs will hold a two-day fundraiser on Sept. 28 and 29, donating 20% of sales from nearly 3,000 locations nationwide to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation to support lifesaving breast cancer research.
- September 25 — Wisconsin Athletics partners with Madison Metropolitan School District and the 2nd & 7 Foundation to promote literacy, with student-athletes serving as reading role models for second graders, providing free books and fostering academic and personal growth.
- September 25 — The public is invited to celebrate the donation of an adaptive home to Idaho veteran Chad Pfeifer, who was severely injured in Iraq, at a key ceremony on Saturday in Caldwell, hosted by the national nonprofit Homes For Our Troops.
- September 25 — Middle Tennessee State University sets a goal of $160,000 for its 2024 Employee Charitable Giving Campaign, with early pledges already reaching 26% of the target ahead of the official start.
- September 24 — Flushing American Legion Riders Post 366 donates $10,000 to the Freedom Tree, marking the largest contribution yet to the annual fundraiser supporting Ohio Valley veterans and their families during the holiday season.
- September 24 — Stanley Cup fundraiser in Pleasanton, CA, raises $165,000 for youth sports, with $20,000 supporting NHL Foundation’s Girls Hockey Empowerment Grant.
- September 23 — The Fourth Annual Sporting Clays Charity Event presented by Wells raised $56,135 to support the Rox Community Foundation and the Kimball High School Trap Team, with 30 teams participating at the Rice Creek Hunting Club in Little Falls.
- September 23 — The schedule for the fourth annual Greater Middlesex Conference Soccer for a Cause Charity Festival, set for Sept. 28 at Metuchen High School in Metuchen, NJ, has been unveiled, featuring 11 games with 22 girls soccer teams to raise funds for pediatric cancer patients and support local food bank REPLENISH.
- September 23 — The 2024 North Texas Giving Day raised $68.3 million for over 3,000 nonprofits, with support from sports legends like Texas Rangers’ Nathaniel Lowe and athletes from the Dallas Cowboys, Mavericks, Stars, FC Dallas, and Wings.
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 Annual Conference
- October 23 — Sportico-RISE Women’s Sports
- October 28 — Marine Corps Southwest Florida Golf Outing
- November 1 — 17th Annual Concussion Legacy Foundation Gala
- November 20 — Spieth & Friends Flyaway Sweepstakes
- February 6 — Ditka & Jaws Cigars With The Stars
MOTIVATION FOR THE WEEK
HUMOR FOR THE WEEK
JOB BOARD
- Community & Social Responsibility Coordinator | Detroit Pistons | Detroit, MI
- Community Relations & Events Coordinator | AEG Worldwide | Ontario, CA
- Manager, Social Impact & Equity | Cleveland Cavaliers | Cleveland, OH
- Senior Director of Sports & Competition | Special Olympics Delaware | Newark, DE
- Associate Director of Development | Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI
- Associate Director of Development – Athletics | University of South Dakota | Vermillion, SD
- Deputy Athletic Director, External Affairs | Northwest Missouri State University | Maryville, MO
- Associate Director of Development, Athletics | University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA
- Associate AD for Development, Major Gifts | Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY
- Associate Athletic Director – Major Gifts | Rice University | Houston, TX
- Associate Annual Giving Director, Athletics | University of New Hampshire | Durham, NH
- Associate Athletics Director – Development | University of Arkansas at Little Rock | Little Rock, AR
- Deputy Athletics Director/Chief Revenue Officer | University of Arkansas at Little Rock | Little Rock, AR
- CEO | YMCA | Greensburg, IN
- Coordinator, Community Relations | Chicago Bulls | Chicago, IL
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