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Sports Philanthropy Newsstand 3-17-2025

This week’s Newsstand highlights inspiring community initiatives and charitable efforts making an impact worldwide. From Johnny’s Jog for Charity 5K in West Hartford, CT, to Match Madness 2025 in Salina, KS, raising over $543,000 for local nonprofits, communities are coming together for a cause. Plus, Dr. Feranmi Okanlami’s work in adaptive sports and the Flyers Alumni Charity Classic Weekend showcase the power of sports in giving back. Read more to see how you can get involved!

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March 17, 2025
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Sports Philanthropy Newsstand 3-10-2025

This week’s Newsstand highlights generosity in action, from e-cycling in Hawaii to record-breaking donations for Team USA. Communities are uniting for cancer treatment, youth sports, and public radio, with 100 Men Who Care and Special Olympics Northern California leading the way. Dive in for more inspiring stories!

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March 10, 2025
Interview

MLB PLAYERS TRUST INTERVIEW: MEREDITH KIM

At the MLB Players Trust Gala in Phoenix, Sports Philanthropy Network’s Roy Kessel interviews Meredith Kim, CEO of Pitch In For Baseball & Softball. She shares her journey from fundraising to leading a global nonprofit that provides baseball and softball equipment to underserved children. Meredith highlights the power of sports in fostering confidence, friendships, and opportunities, as well as Pitch In’s partnerships with MLB, Little League, and major sponsors. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, she discusses the challenges of fundraising, the role of trust in nonprofit work, and ensuring donations create lasting impact.

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March 8, 2025
Interview

MLB PLAYERS TRUST INTERVIEW: JAY QUINN

At the MLB Players Trust Gala in Phoenix, Sports Philanthropy Network’s Roy Kessel interviews Jay Quinn, founder of the Baseball Island Foundation in the Dominican Republic. Quinn discusses his journey from U.S. college baseball to creating a program that combines sports and education, providing free training, academic support, and resources to Dominican youth. Supported by MLB players and philanthropists, the initiative aims to transform youth baseball development in the country.

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March 8, 2025
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MLB PLAYERS TRUST INTERVIEW: HUASCAR FUENTES

Huascar Fuentes, founder of Project Baseball AC in Arizona, was interviewed by Roy Kessel of Sports Philanthropy Network at the MLB Players Trust Gala in Phoenix. Fuentes spoke about his organization’s mission to support underprivileged youth through baseball, focusing on mentorship and personal growth rather than just athletic success. He emphasized the importance of guiding kids who are often overlooked, teaching them life lessons through the sport, and fostering resilience and discipline.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

MLB PLAYERS TRUST INTERVIEW: NICK MONZI, CEO of LEARN FRESH

🎙 Roy Kessel – Sports Philanthropy Network welcomes Nick Monzi, CEO & Co-Founder of Learn Fresh, to discuss the impact of game-based learning in STEM education through sports. Learn Fresh’s flagship programs, NBA Math Hoops and MLB Players STEM League, help students engage with STEM concepts by leveraging basketball, baseball, and soccer as educational tools.

Nick shares the incredible journey of Learn Fresh, its global impact, and how partnerships with organizations like the NBA, MLB Players Trust, and Major League Soccer have helped scale these initiatives to reach students across six continents. He also highlights the importance of sports as a learning tool and how it can break down barriers worldwide.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Allie Engelken-Damani Leech

Damani Leech and Allie Engelken from the Denver Broncos joined Roy Kessel and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl 59. Damani and Allie shared their insights into the Broncos’ statewide initiative to provide Axiom Riddell helmets to every high school football player in Colorado, highlighting the program’s impact on player safety, the advanced technology in the helmets, and the organization’s broader commitment to youth health and wellness through the Denver Broncos Foundation.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Cliff Freeman

Dr. Cliff Freeman from Cliff Freeman Speaks joined Karisa Maxwell and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl. Dr. Freeman shared his insight into helping athletes navigate the transition from collegiate to professional sports, focusing on the challenges of managing newfound wealth, financial literacy, and maintaining a balanced mindset in their careers.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Jonathan Sutter

​Jonathan Sutter, CEO of TravelingWiki, joined Roy Kessel and the Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl LIX. Sutter shared his insights into the intersection of sports and travel, emphasizing how TravelingWiki’s initiatives enhance fan experiences by providing comprehensive travel information and services tailored to major sporting events. ​

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Ryan Schalles

Ryan Schalles from Culver joined Roy Kessell and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl. Ryan shared his insight into Culver’s philanthropic initiatives, including their support for Future Farmers of America (FFA) and Make-A-Wish, as well as his personal work in helping athletes develop fundraising efforts to give back to their communities.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Dr.Dennis Liotta

Dr. Dennis Liotta from the Emory Institute for Drug Development joined Roy Kessel and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl. Dr. Liotta shared his insight into his groundbreaking work in drug development, including his contributions to HIV and Hepatitis C treatments, as well as his current research on therapeutics for brain injuries and concussions in athletes. He emphasized the importance of early intervention in traumatic brain injuries and discussed innovative approaches inspired by nature to improve brain protection and recovery.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Jonah Wittkamper

Jonah Wittkamper from Amazon Investor Coalition joined Roy Kessel and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at the Super Bowl. Jonah shared his insight into philanthropy, social impact, and the power of collaborative networks in addressing global challenges, highlighting strategies for leveraging sports as a force for positive change.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Attosa Soltani-John Quigley-Manuella Cantalice

Atossa Soltani, John Quigley, and Manuella Cantalice from the Amazon Rainforest Group joined Roy Kessel and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl 59. Atossa Soltani shared her insight into the urgent need for global action to protect the Amazon, emphasizing its role in stabilizing the climate and the importance of Indigenous leadership in conservation. John Quigley highlighted how deforestation impacts weather patterns worldwide, drawing connections between Amazon destruction and extreme climate events in North America. Manuella Cantalice discussed the disproportionate effects of climate change on marginalized communities in Brazil and stressed the role of athletes, artists, and influencers in driving awareness and action to preserve the rainforest.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Dr.Joseph Bryant Jr.-Jimmie Bell

Dr. Joseph Bryant and Jimmy Bell from Proe joined Roy Kessel and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at Super Bowl. Dr. Bryant shared his insight into how Proe helps athletes find purpose on and off the field, emphasizing the importance of using their platforms for positive community impact. Jimmy spoke about the significance of athletes using their platform and passion to create meaningful change and develop a long-term purpose beyond sports.

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March 7, 2025
Interview

Sports Philanthropy Interview-Super Bowl 59-RR-Leigh Steinberg

Leigh Steinberg from Steinberg Sports & Entertainment joined Roy Kessel and Sports Philanthropy Network on Radio Row at the Super Bowl. Leigh shared his insight into the evolving role of sports agents in philanthropy and community impact, emphasizing how athletes can use their platforms for positive change. With decades of experience representing top-tier athletes, including multiple No. 1 NFL draft picks, he discussed the importance of guiding players not just in their careers, but also in their efforts to give back to their communities through charitable initiatives.

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March 7, 2025
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