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We partner with NIL Collectives across the college athletics landscape to provide a tax-free donation option and to engage those athletes in local literacy initiatives.
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Kristen Henderson
Lead Mentor
Henderson Ward Stewart Elementary / Starkville, MS
Charlie Winfield
Founder— Bulldog Initiative NIL Collective
Mississippi State University / Starkville, MS
See how these champions are harnessing NIL to create influential literacy moments.
A-Mountain Sports
A-Mountain Sports
A-Mountain Sports is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.
100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to A-Mountain Sports to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Las Cruces
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for NMSU athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations NMSU athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Donate monthly or one-time using the button below.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “A-Mountain x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact A-Mountain Sports directly or contact us.
Anchor Impact
Anchor Impact
Anchor Impact is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.
- 80% of the gift goes to Anchor Impactto use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Nashville.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for Vanderbilt athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations NMSU athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Donate monthly or one-time using the button below.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “A-Mountain x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact A-Mountain Sports directly or contact us.
Bluff City Collective
Bluff City Collective
Bluff City Collective is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.
100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to Bluff City Collective to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Memphis.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for Tiger athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations Tiger athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Donate monthly or one-time using the button below.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “Bluff City Collective x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact Bluff City Collective directly or contact us.
Bulldog Initiative
Bulldog Initiative
Bulldog Initiative is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.
100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to Bulldog Initiative to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Memphis.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for Bulldog athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations Bulldog athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Donate monthly or one-time using the button below.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “Bulldog Initiative x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact Bulldog Initiative directly or contact us.
DINKYTOWN ATHLETES
DINKYTOWN ATHLETES
Dinkytown Athletes is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to Dinkytown Athletes to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Minneapolis.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for University of Minnesota athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations University of Minnesota athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Donate monthly or one-time using the button below.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “Minnesota x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact Dinkytown Athletes directly or contact us.
PonySports DTX
PonySports DTX
PonySports DTX is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.
100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to PonySports DTX to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Dallas.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for Pony athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations Pony athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Ability to donate monthly or one-time coming soon, please check back later.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “PonySports DTX x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact PonySports DTX directly or contact us.
The Massachusetts Collective
The Massachusetts Collective
The Massachusetts Collective is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to The Massachusetts Collective to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Las Cruces.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for UMass athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations UMass athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Donate monthly or one-time using the button below.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “UMass x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact The Massachusetts Collective directly or contact us.
UT Arlington Basketball
UT Arlington Basketball
UT Arlington's Basketball NIL Collective is teaming up with Champions for Literacy, a national non-profit working to impact childhood literacy through the power of sports. Together, we can inspire and encourage kids to become strong readers.
100% of funds donated are tax deductible, and the funds will be directed in the following manner:
- 80% of the gift goes to the UT Arlington Collective to use NIL for good, activating players in local elementary literacy initiatives in Arlington.
- 20% of the gift, per IRS guidelines, remains with Champions for Literacy to support their mission as they help facilitate local literacy events for Maverick athletes.
Currently, 68% of American 3rd-graders are not reading on grade level.
3rd-grade reading level is monumental for children, as it is one of the most powerful predictors of both high school graduation and career success. Below are some of the sample literacy activations Maverick athletes will engage in.
Promote the Cause
Athletes share about the key cause of literacy on their social media platforms.
In-Person Events
Book readings, book signings, book giveaways, inspirational talks about the importance of reading, and other creative ways to harness the status of sports teams and athletes for literacy.
Ability to donate monthly or one-time coming soon, please check back later.
Donate via Check
Make the check payable to Champions for Literacy, and be sure to include “UT Arlington x CFL” in the memo. Mail to: Champions for Literacy, 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 437, Memphis, TN 38104
Non-Cash Giving or Wire Transfer Gifts
Contact UT Arlington's Basketball NIL Collective directly or contact us.
