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Basketball / CommunityOCT 27, 2026

Keldon Johnson works with young athletes at San Antonio Spurs youth clinic

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson joined young athletes for drills, activities, questions and photos at a Spurs Youth Basketball League clinic at CentroMed Health & Wellness Clinic in San Antonio on Oct. 26.

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Football / HealthOCT 30, 2026

Michael Carter II hosts maternal health baby shower for Philadelphia families

Eagles cornerback Michael Carter II and his foundation hosted Baby Shower on the Block, a free maternal and infant health event for Medicaid-enrolled pregnant and postpartum mothers in Philadelphia.

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Baseball / EducationOCT 26, 2026

Francisco Lindor honored for education, youth mentorship and community service work

MLB named New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award winner after years of giving that includes funding school facilities, scholarships, youth clinics, student mentorship, disaster relief and support for families of children with disabilities.

Football / HealthOCT 20, 2026

Kenneth Walker and Jalen Royals visit Ronald McDonald House KC as Chiefs reveal $1M gift

Chiefs players Kenneth Walker and Jalen Royals visited families at Ronald McDonald House Kansas City, joined Halloween-themed arts and crafts, and helped reveal a $1 million donation from Red Thursday fundraising.

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Football / HealthOCT 23, 2026

Laquon Treadwell hosts breast cancer survivor high tea with Indiana Women In Need

Colts wide receiver Laquon Treadwell and his Lead the Way Foundation partnered with Indiana Women In Need on a Breast Cancer Awareness Month high tea for survivors and their daughters, including a luncheon, jewelry-making and gift bags.

Indianapolis ColtsRead the story →
Football / CommunityOCT 16, 2026

Tyler Conklin funds student snack-and-clothing space at former elementary school

Detroit Lions tight end Tyler Conklin returned to Higgins Elementary in Chesterfield Township, Michigan, and his foundation presented $6,000 for the Hawk Hut, a planned student resource room. The space will offer snacks and seasonal clothing for children who need them.

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