National Women's Soccer League, Nationwide Announce 2022 Nationwide Community Impact Program
July 11, 2022 - National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) News Release
CHICAGO - The National Women's Soccer League, in partnership with Nationwide, announced today details around the 2022 Nationwide Community Impact Program, a season-long, civically-focused initiative promoting community partners and advancing local service projects chosen and led by each NWSL team. At the conclusion of the 2022 season, the program will culminate with the Nationwide Community Impact Award, where one club and its partner will be recognized for their exemplary commitment off the field at a postseason ceremony.
The program officially kicked off this month with appreciation games scheduled that will recognize each club's community partner during a home match.
"Giving back to the community is a foundational component of the NWSL, led by our exemplary players, fans, staff and stakeholders," said NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman. "We saw incredible participation and excitement around last year's Nationwide Community Impact Program from all of our clubs and fans, and we're excited to build on that this season."
"It was great to see the teams and player ambassadors embrace this platform in its first year and engage fans with unique community partnerships," said Ramon Jones, Nationwide's chief marketing officer. "Nationwide looks forward to continuing its support and promotion of the many important causes that will be highlighted by each club this year."
At the end of the season, one team-community partnership will be selected as the winner of the Nationwide Community Impact Award. Their efforts will be honored during the 2022 NWSL Championship weekend in October, with the winning community partner receiving a $25,000 donation from Nationwide to further their organization's efforts. In addition, each participating community partner will receive a $5,000 grant.
Last year, OL Reign won the inaugural award in support of the Black Future Co-Op Fund, a new paradigm for philanthropy uplifting Black-led solutions that ignite Black generational wealth, health, and well-being.
A full list of player ambassadors, community partners and team appreciation nights can be found below*.
For more information about the 2022 Nationwide Community Impact Program, click here.
Team Ambassador Community Partner Appreciation Night
Angel City FC Jasmyne Spencer TBD Wednesday, September 21
Chicago Red Stars Rachel Hill Ronald McDonald House Wednesday, September 14
Houston Dash Jane Campbell The Mission Continues Wednesday, August 17
Kansas City Current Victoria Pickett Global FC Friday, August 19
NJ/NY Gotham FC Sabrina Flores All Kids, One Field Sunday, September 11
North Carolina Courage Katelyn Rowland Boys and Girls Club of Raleigh Saturday, September 17
OL Reign Lauren Barnes Intentionalist Friday, September 9
Orlando Pride Gunny Jónsdóttir Special Olympics Florida Friday, July 8
Portland Thorns FC Rocky Rodriguez Oregon Food Bank Friday, August 5
Racing Louisville FC Emina Ekic Blessings in a Backpack Friday, July 29
San Diego Wave FC Naomi Girma United Women of East Africa Sunday, August 7
Washington Spirit Ashley Hatch Leveling the Playing Field Saturday, September 10
*As of July 11, 2022
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