FedEx Cares Event Supports and Connects Female Athletes
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FedEx Cares, in collaboration with University of Memphis student athletes, delivered 350 sports bras to the Lady Warriors at Booker T. Washington Jr/Sr High School in Memphis, Tennessee on May 2. This initiative, part of the FLY:FWD program, aims to inspire girls, boost self-esteem, and empower success both on and off the field. Over 30 FedEx Cares volunteers participated in the event, which included teambuilding exercises with the high school students.
Two University of Memphis Lady Tigers athletes, Camber Hayes (Soccer) and Mi'Asia Bergmann (Track & Field), joined the event as part of a new NIL relationship. They encouraged the young women to pursue their dreams, stay present, and remain active. The initiative aligns with studies showing that girls who participate in athletics are more likely to achieve good grades and graduate from high school.
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- FedEx demonstrates corporate social responsibility through community engagement
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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / August 20, 2024 / FedEx Corporation
On May 2, over 30 FedEx Cares volunteers partnered with University of Memphis student athletes to deliver 350 sports bras to the Lady Warriors at Booker T. Washington (BTW) Jr/Sr High School in Memphis, Tennessee.
The delivery was made possible through the FLY:FWD program, which aims to inspire girls, boost self-esteem, and empower success on and off the field. Studies show that girls who participate in athletics are more likely to make good grades and graduate from high school.
Volunteers and students engaged in a series of teambuilding exercises while being joined by two University of Memphis Lady Tigers - Camber Hayes (Soccer) and Mi'Asia Bergmann (Track & Field). The college athletes, part of the new NIL relationship, encouraged the young women to chase their dreams, be present, and stay active.
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