NFL Legend Marcellus Wiley on His Philanthropy and Giving Back Across the Next Generation

NFL Legend Marcellus Wiley on His Philanthropy and Giving Back Across the Next Generation

Marcellus Wiley tells us about how his early experiences shaped his philanthropy, what he’s excited about now, and how next-generation NFL players are using their platforms to give.

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What to Know About the NBA's Newest Billionaire and His Latest Giving

What to Know About the NBA's Newest Billionaire and His Latest Giving

LeBron James, now officially a billionaire, is stepping up his health and education giving in his native Ohio. We unpack what’s happening and what it means for this athlete philanthropist going forward.

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Why a Former NFL Player Turned to Philanthropy — Then Helped His Peers to Do the Same

Why a Former NFL Player Turned to Philanthropy — Then Helped His Peers to Do the Same

Veteran NFL kicker Matt Stover runs a family foundation focused on Baltimore. But he also co-founded Players Philanthropy Fund, which provides fiscal sponsorship and DAF hosting for other athlete donors.

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The Major Leagues: 19 Top Athlete Philanthropists

The Major Leagues: 19 Top Athlete Philanthropists

In 2021, the top 50 sports stars made nearly $2.8 billion. Powered by soaring salaries and huge platforms, athletes are also turning to philanthropy. Here’s a rundown of some of the top givers across major American sports.

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Six Questions for Philanthropist and NFL Legend Patrick Willis

Six Questions for Philanthropist and NFL Legend Patrick Willis

Former NFL linebacker Patrick Willis was just inducted into the San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame. We asked the retired legend about his playing days, his growing philanthropy, and where he hopes to go from here.

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Seven Questions for Joanne Pasternack, Sports Philanthropy Executive

Seven Questions for Joanne Pasternack, Sports Philanthropy Executive

We sat down with Joanne Pasternack, who has worked in sports philanthropy for the NFL, the NBA and more. She tells us how a new generation of athletes is speaking up and speaking out through philanthropy and beyond.

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A Quick Look at Cardinal Charities, the Grantmaking of the NFL Team in Arizona

A Quick Look at Cardinal Charities, the Grantmaking of the NFL Team in Arizona

Cardinal Charities is one of the longest-running team foundations in the NFL and also an accessible one for local grantseekers. Here are a few things to know about Cardinal Charities if you’re running a nonprofit in Arizona.

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A Local Connection: Two NFL Stars Team Up for Financial Literacy in Their Hometown

A Local Connection: Two NFL Stars Team Up for Financial Literacy in Their Hometown

NFL stars Ndamukong Suh and Brennan Scarlett both call Portland home and their philanthropy is focused on Oregon. We talk to the athletes about a recent financial literacy collaboration, and where their philanthropy is headed.

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Collective Action: An NFL Player Steps Up for At Risk Youth in Chicago

Collective Action: An NFL Player Steps Up for At Risk Youth in Chicago

NFL player Adrian Clayborn recently backed a partnership to serve meals to thousands of Chicago Public School students during the pandemic. We spoke with Clayborn and head of A Better Chicago to learn how the donation came about.

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This NFL Linebacker Gives to Help Single Parents in Los Angeles

This NFL Linebacker Gives to Help Single Parents in Los Angeles

With a focus on helping single parents, 26-year-old Anthony Barr of the Minnesota Vikings is an athlete-philanthropist to keep an eye on no matter who you root for on the football field.

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