The NFL will donate $100,000 to Carl Nassib’s favorite LGBTQ advocacy group, The Trevor Project, for National Coming Out Day, a gay former player announced today.
“I’m really, really grateful to the NFL.” Nassib said on NFL Network. In announcing the donation. “That’s a really positive thing.”
Nassib came out as gay in 2021 and at the time donated $100,000 to The Trevor Project, which helps prevent self-harm among LGBTQ youth, and the NFL matched that donation. He retired before the start of the 2023 season after a career with Cleveland, Tampa Bay and Las Vegas.
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The Trevor Project is an important cause to Nassib, and he reiterated that in today’s announcement.
“When I came out in 2021, it was important to me that LGBTQ+ youth know they are not alone,” Nassib said in a statement. “I am honored to use my platform to shine a light on the life-saving services of The Trevor Project. The Trevor Project is near and dear to my heart, and I am honored to use my platform to highlight the life-saving services of The Trevor Project. It is especially meaningful to me that we renewed our $100,000 pledge to support the organization’s mission to eliminate
James Black, chief executive of The Trevor Project, spoke about how important creating a safe space is for sport.
“The Trevor Project” the study 68% of LGBTQ+ youth report having never participated in sports, with many fearing discrimination or harassment from peers or coaches, fear of others’ reactions to their LGBTQ+ identity, or fear of playing sports on a team. It turned out that they were citing policies that would prevent them from playing. It matches their gender identity,” Black said. “Now more than ever, it is important for coaches, athletic directors, and teammates to create safe and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ athletes to openly grow as their authentic selves on and off the field.”
As for the NFL, the league said the donation shows it is willing to work with the NFL.
“We are thrilled that The Trevor Project will continue to be a partner in our shared commitment to an LGBTQ-inclusive league and world,” said Jonathan Beane, NFL Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer. said. “The Trevor Project’s work advocating for LGBTQ youth and mental health is an inspiration, and we are proud to support the positive progress they are making to help communities in need. ”
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