The Philadelphia Eagles have been nominated for ESPN's Sports Humanitarian of the Year award for its work through the Eagles Autism Foundation.
Philly's favorite birds are being recognized for something much bigger than football—their local work around autism. The Eagles are one of four sports teams in the running to win ESPN Sports Humanitarian of the YearOn Monday June 24, ESPN announced four teams nominated for the 10th annual Sports Humanitarian of the Year award, and Philly's own football team -- the Philadelphia Eagles -- made the cut.
The foundation was created to not only fund scientific breakthroughs and research, but to also create a shift from awareness to action. Through fundraising for research and by spreading awareness for the cause globally the team has been able to make a difference. Since its inception in 2018, the organization has raised $30 million for research and care programs, and in 2024 raised just over $8.1 million with proceeds through its seventh annual"The proceeds of the foundation have led to funding of 116 autism research projects and community grants around the world,"."The Eagles Autism Foundation provides year-round support that includes a sensory room at Lincoln Financial Field, a neurodiverse employment program and all-abilities programs.
Along with the Eagles being nominated, the Angel City Football Club, the Indianapolis Colts and Miami Heat were also announced as contenders for the award.
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