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Today you can make an enormous impact in the lives of aspiring young athletes in Colorado by making a donation to Chance Sports through Youth Sports Giving Day! Starting September 4th, all donations will be matched DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR - doubling your impact! For many kids, participating in competitive sports has a profound impact that lasts a lifetime. From improved physical and mental health to better grades in school and developing leadership skills, participation in sports - particularly competitive sports - can be a game changer. But we also know that the costs associated with such participation - from club fees and travel to new gear and uniforms - can be a barrier for entry for many families, leaving their athletes on the sidelines. That’s where CHANCE SPORTS steps in to help. By providing partial scholarships to families with financial need, we are removing barriers and supporting our young athletes in their desire to PLAY! Equal opportunity levels the playing field and makes it about talent and not access. #youthsportsgivingday

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I promise I'll post about my actual job (we have a new video to share about Mainframe mod and GenAI!) but as summer winds to a close I wanted to share a charity opportunity related to Golf: https://lnkd.in/g2i6mqfG Ultimately this is about helping kids lead healthier lives and is related to the amazing work that Jack and Barbara Nicklaus have done across the world to help kids heal and thrive with their Play Yellow initiative. My Wife Ashley and her colleague Kelli are going to play 72 holes of golf in one day and they are going to make it rain birdies. If you have a bit of a gambling mindset, you can make a donation based on the number of birdies they're going to make. You can also make an up-front donation. Note that this is focused on Colorado - ask your local pro if something is happening near you! Why is this on LinkedIn? Two reasons - first - this is really the only social media I do. I do so little I don't know if this actually counts as social media. Second - having married a professional golfer I've learned a lot about golf that has surprised me. Watching Ashley and her friends and colleagues navigate a male-dominated world (5% of PGA professionals are women. 5%!) is in many ways a clearer lens to the same challenges we see in technology. The backlash we've seen in some pockets of the world against fostering inclusion - one person's opinion here - ignores the reality that a diversity of thought and opinion makes teams better. Here's a golf example - when you're taking a golf lesson, you are incredibly vulnerable and it can be intimidating - no single approach works for everyone. Finding a coach that resonates with you (and this can be especially hard for women coming to the game, or children wanting to learn) is critical to your experience. There is not a long line to draw between this phenomenon and what we see in technology as leaders, mentors and peers. Also, golf is fundamentally a game of integrity - I've seen remarkable examples of leadership and integrity on the course (look up "Sahith Theegala penalty" for an unbelievable example recently) and again it reminds me of all the things we try to do as leaders and professionals in business. I've always liked the phrase "integrity is what happens when no one is looking" and if golf can help me and others to model that, there's more to the game than I thought. Let me close by saying - for those in the Northern Hemisphere - enjoy the last gasps of summer, whatever brings you outside to do so!

Today concludes #SmallCharityWeek, and it's the perfect opportunity to revisit our goals at Head Safe Football, for our new followers: 🐘 To promote ‘Football United (the entire footballing community) v CTE’. 🐘 To create a team of HeadSAFE Trailblazers who unite to collectively combat CTE. 🐘 To mobilise and unite the entire footballing community, from grassroots to the professional level, to take action. 🐘 To be aware of, educate, prevent and protect against CTE, whilst caring for the victims. Want to support our mission? Consider donating to Head Safe Football ➡️ https://loom.ly/jZZos-4 We understand not everyone can donate, but you can still help by following us on social media, sharing our posts, and spreading the word about the dangers of heading in football. Awareness leads to prevention! #charity #northeastcharity #ukcharity #nonprofits #notforprofit #charitytuesday #Volunteer #donate

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Charity Football Match To rally around those affected and provide much-needed assistance, we are organising a charity football tournament, at Marine Football Club on the 17th August 2024. This event will bring together teams from across the region in a show of unity and support. Football is more than just a game; it's a symbol of teamwork, resilience, and community spirit – exactly what Southport needs right now. Every donation made to this page will go directly to the victims and survivors of the Southport mass stabbing. How You Can Help: Donate: No amount is too small. Every contribution brings us closer to our goal of helping those in need. Play: You can enter a team into the tournament at just £10 per player (minimum 7, maximum 10). It will be a fun, friendly way to come together and raise money. Spread the Word: Share our JustGiving page with friends, family, and on social media to raise awareness. Join Us: If you're local, come and support the tournament. Your presence will mean the world to those affected. https://lnkd.in/gpN-nCcT