Representatives from Sounders FC, OL Reign and the Seattle Storm collaborated on a video, under the theme “Be Inspired!”, that was incorporated into Seattle Housing Authority’s Black History Month programming. In addition, RAVE is working in collaboration with Good Sports and MLS WORKS on an equipment giveaway and with the Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) on a Books & Balls event for SHA youth. Books & Balls events distribute free Black-centered children’s books curated by NAAM as well as soccer balls.

“It’s wonderful to have partners like RAVE and Sounders FC to help us with meaningful programming for our families,” said Phillippia Goldsmith, Community Builder, SHA’s NewHolly. “Right now, engaging kids in new and different ways is critical, and we know providing our families Black History Month education from the professional athlete perspective will certainly inspire Seattle Housing Authority youth!”  

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