Big League Philanthropist

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights Simone Biles' new partnership with Athleta, Shaq's philanthropic efforts, Mechelle Lewis Freeman's support for the next generation of track women, and an update on the political implications of the Tokyo 2021 and Beijing 2022 Olympics as well as the transgender sports bill being debated in Montana. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Featured Articles:

Simone Biles Leaves Nike for Partnership With Athleta

Shaquille O’Neal On Why He’s Keeping His Philanthropy Close To Home

Olympian Mechelle Lewis Freeman Is Paving the Way For the Next Generation of Track Girls

Olympic athletes promised legal support if they protest

An Olympics Boycott Isn’t the Best Way to Advance Human Rights

Activists, students protest Montana bill on transgender athletes

In this episode of Big League Philanthropist, Danielle chats with Tony Sanneh, philanthropist and former professional soccer player for the US National Team, MLS, and internationally in Bundesliga. Tony discusses his experience playing professionally, and the immense learning experience he has gained at the forefront of his own organization, The Sanneh Foundation.

Danielle and Tony also discuss the importance of athlete activism and the Anti-Racism Campaign he's been actively involved with that's being pushed in the soccer world. Plus, Tony shares with us what's coming up for the foundation over the next few months and some of the initiatives they are currently working to push forward.

You can follow Tony on Twitter @TonySanneh and Instagram @tonysanneh, and The Sanneh Foundation on Twitter @Sannehfdn and Instagram @thesannehfoundation. You can learn more about their work on their website: http://sannehfoundation.org/. 

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights the Warriors support for a rising broadcasting star, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's work in STEM, remembering activists from history like Paul Robeson and Jackie Robison, and how Olympique Lyonnais is committing to sustainability. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Steph Curry shares special moment with Aaron Taylor, former convict and Warriors guest announcer

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shares wisdom from a life of activism

Paul Robeson remembered in Princeton for his achievements, activism

The Gist Newsletter #310 15.4.2021

“Sustainability is a leading subject for this football club”

Bonus Reads:

Alex Morgan, USWNT Players Appeal Decision Against Equal Pay

The NCAA’s Threat To Pull Championships From Anti-LGBTQ States Carries Little Financial Weight

‘Hot Mic’ Slips Unlikely To Stop Leagues’ Push for More Fan Access

The politicization of professional sports is a home run for society

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights the results of Athlete Ally’s Athlete Equality Index, the US considering a Beijing 2022 boycott, the UNHCR’s Refugee Olympic team, Jay Urich’s post-football work, Anquan Boldin continuing to give back and how MLB’s All-Star game switch shows sports can no longer escape politics. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

New Study Reveals Top Universities for Transgender Athletes… and Which Schools Are Failing Miserably

Trans women targeted in sports bans, but are they really at an advantage?

U.S. State Department backs away from the idea of a Beijing Olympics boycott

UNHCR launches social media campaign for refugee athletes

Six months post-retirement, former USC football player Jay Urich talks life after football

Anquan Boldin Helps His Hometown Gain Vaccine Access

MLB’S All-Star Brawl Shows Sports Can't Escape Modern Politics

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights the impact of sports sponsorship on the climate crisis, an update on sports participation for trans youth and the MLB pulling the All-Star Game out of Georgia due to voting restrictions. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Major climate polluters accused of greenwashing with sports sponsorship

3. 🚫 Bills piling up on trans youth

MLB Moving All-Star Game Over Voting Rights Concerns

Civil Rights Group Calls to Relocate The Masters After Georgia Voting Bill

Falcons owner Arthur Blank speaks out against Georgia voting restrictions

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights a good story coming out of NCAA March Madness, an important policy created by Athletes Unlimited, the activism of Jordan Marie Brings Three White Horses Daniel, and an important deep dive into systemic racism in sports from Axios. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Links to Featured Articles:

March Madness food providers look to give back to local communities

Athletes Unlimited Empowers Players With New Pregnancy Policy

How Ultramarathoner Jordan Marie Daniel Is Helping Other Athletes Find a Platform to Change the World

Hard Truths Deep Dive: Drilling down on systemic racism in sports

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights Saroya Tinker's work with the Black Girl Hockey Club, how China is continuing to play politics in sports, the #NotNCAAProperty movement led by collegiate athletes and the inequities around March Madness, plus how the sports world is responding to the tragic murders in Atlanta. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Links to Featured Articles:

Why the Black Girl Hockey Club Matters

4. 💉 China to provide vaccine for Olympians

Players launch #NotNCAAProperty movement a day before March Madness begins

Younghoe Koo's Response to the Atlanta Shootings #StopAsianHate

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights Maya Moore's continued fight for criminal justice reform, college athletes petitioning the NCAA against anti-trans sports legislation, Naomi Osaka's work to break down barriers for girls in sports, Julian Edelman's response to anti-semitism and the WNBA players' next activism project. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Links to Featured Articles:

WNBA star Maya Moore to sit out 2021 season to focus on family, criminal justice reform

Nearly 550 College Athletes Demand NCAA Pull Championships From States With Anti-Trans Sports Legislation

“Setting High Goals for Herself”: Naomi Osaka Breaks Down Barriers To Promote Sports in Japan

Julian Edelman: An Open Letter to Meyers Leonard

WNBA players’ next cause: Educating themselves — and fans — on vaccine safety

In this episode of Big League Philanthropist, Danielle chats with Bria Hartley, activist and WNBA player for the Phoenix Mercury. Bria discusses her experience playing professionally both in the US and internationally, her clothing brand All Heart Clothing, and All Heart Basketball, a girls' AAU team she started.

Danielle and Bria also discuss the importance of activism in the sports world today, and how she and her teammates made sure that this past WNBA season was all about standing up for what matters most. Plus, Bria shares with us how she is preparing herself for even more intentional philanthropic progress in the future.

You can follow Bria on Twitter @Breezyyy14 and Instagram @breezyyy14!

In this week's roundup of articles from the world of athlete activism and sports philanthropy, Danielle highlights James Harden's unique impact twist on a sneaker promotion, how rights groups are protesting the 2022 Beijing Olympics, the pro athletes supporting financial education programs, and an article about the present and future of athlete activism. Follow us on twitter @bigleaguephil and on instagram @bigleaguephilanthropist, and follow our parent company @tacklewhatsnext on any platform!

Links to Featured Articles:

James Harden’s impact in Brooklyn is growing beyond the court

Rights Groups Target Sponsors Like Airbnb for Beijing Games

Pro athletes supporting financial literacy for kids and young adults

The Athletes Have More to Say