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Top 10 Sports Stars Making A Difference Through Charity

Leo Messi with his award

Here are 10 sports personalities who have made significant contributions to charitable causes:

Lionel Messi
  • Established the Leo Messi Foundation to support access to education and healthcare for vulnerable children.
Serena Williams
  • Advocates for gender equality and education through her Serena Williams Fund.
Cristiano Ronaldo
  • Donated millions to various charities, including funding children's hospitals and disaster relief efforts.
LeBron James
  • Opened the 'I PROMISE School' for at-risk children in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.
Simone Biles
  • Supports foster care initiatives and mental health awareness through her Simone Biles Foundation.
Roger Federer
  • Founded the Roger Federer Foundation to provide education programs for children in Africa and Switzerland.
Neymar Jr.
  • Works with various organizations to provide aid to underprivileged communities in Brazil.
Megan Rapinoe
  • Advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and equal pay for women in sports through her activism and foundation work.
Virat Kohli
  • Supports multiple causes, including animal welfare and children's healthcare, through his foundation and partnerships.
Michael Phelps
  • Raises awareness about mental health issues and provides support to individuals through his Michael Phelps Foundation.
Serena Williams and Megan Rapinoe advocate for gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights through their activism.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo support children's healthcare and education through their foundations.
LeBron James and Simone Biles focus on supporting at-risk children and mental health awareness through their foundations.
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