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Squarespace and New York Knicks Announce Winners of the Fifth Annual Make It Awards

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The New York Knicks and Squarespace announced the winners of the fifth annual 'Make It Awards,' providing four entrepreneurs with $30,000 grants and marketing resources to enhance their businesses. The winners, including Adapt Ability, Harlem Pilates, Legally BLK Fund, and COVERR, were recognized for their community impact. Each recipient gains a one-year Squarespace subscription, marketing assets, and exposure through MSG Networks. This initiative honors Squarespace founder Anthony Casalena's early investment in his company, aiming to empower local creators and promote economic growth.

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  • Each winner receives a $30,000 grant and a one-year subscription to Squarespace, boosting their business capabilities.
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Four Local Creators and Entrepreneurs Each Receive a $30,000 Grant and Marketing Assets to Grow Their Business

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The New York Knicks and Squarespace, the website building and ecommerce platform, today announced the winners of the fifth annual “Make It Awards.” The program provides four tri-state area entrepreneurs and creators that are dedicated to helping their communities with the funds and exposure they need to elevate their businesses. The winners each receive a $30,000 grant, a one-year subscription for Squarespace, use of select Squarespace marketing inventory, including an annual Unfold Pro subscription, a feature segment on MSG Networks, and more.

The four winners this year are: Adapt Ability (Brooklyn, NY), Harlem Pilates (Harlem, NY), Legally BLK Fund (New York, NY) and COVERR (Queens, NY). Below are brief descriptions for each winner:

Adapt Ability is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides custom adaptive bicycles for children with special needs. Each bicycle is tailored to the child to provide mobility, a source of exercise, a therapeutic tool, and so that they can enjoy the simple pleasure of riding a bicycle. Adapt Ability bicycles are donated to families free of charge.

Harlem Pilates is the only Pilates studio in Harlem, and their focus is to make health and wellness accessible to diverse communities. To counter the lack of representation and diversity in the fitness industry, Harlem Pilates aims to create a safe space where everyone feels included, appreciated, respected, and celebrated on their wellness journey.

Legally BLK Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was launched in 2020. With Black women making up only 2% of attorneys in the United States, the Legally BLK Fund is dedicated to supporting aspiring Black women attorneys by providing them with resources and financial assistance.

COVERR provides financial services that are customized for the gig economy and empowers the workers to reach their highest earning potential by offering a better alternative to a credit card or loan by eliminating traditional barriers.

The $30,000 grant is inspired by the investment Squarespace Founder and CEO Anthony Casalena received from his parents to launch the company in 2003. The submission process, which began in January, called for applicants to provide details about their business, inspiration for becoming an entrepreneur, community ties, and a plan for how they would utilize the funds.

The judging panel this year consisted of MSG Networks sportscasters Rebecca Haarlow and Monica McNutt, last year’s recipient and First Tech Fund CEO & Co-Founder Josue De Paz, Jack Settleman of SnapBack Sports, and Photographer Andre Wagner. Additionally, Squarespace Founder and CEO Anthony Casalena returned as a judge for a fifth year.

About Madison Square Garden Sports Corp.

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (MSG Sports) (NYSE: MSGS) is a leading professional sports company, with a collection of assets that includes: the New York Knicks (NBA) and the New York Rangers (NHL); two development league teams – the Westchester Knicks (NBAGL) and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL); and esports teams through Counter Logic Gaming, a leading North American esports organization, and Knicks Gaming, an NBA 2K League franchise. MSG Sports also operates two professional sports team performance centers – the MSG Training Center in Greenburgh, NY and the CLG Performance Center in Los Angeles, CA. More information is available at www.msgsports.com.

About Squarespace

Squarespace (NYSE: SQSP) is the all-in-one platform with everything to sell anything, providing entrepreneurs and creators in approximately 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to sell physical products, digital content, classes, appointments, reservations and more. Powered by best-in-class design for a consistent brand experience across all touchpoints, our suite of fully integrated products enables anyone to manage their projects and businesses through websites, domains, ecommerce, marketing tools, and scheduling, along with tools for managing a social media presence with Unfold and hospitality business management via Tock. Squarespace’s team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in downtown New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Portland, Oregon, Los Angeles, California and Chicago, Illinois. For more information, visit www.squarespace.com.

MSG Contact:

Leah Capobianco/212-631-5581



Squarespace Contact:

Ashley Calame/516-578-2014

Source: Madison Square Garden Sports Corp.

FAQ

What are the Make It Awards by Knicks and Squarespace?

The Make It Awards provide grants and marketing resources to local entrepreneurs to grow their businesses.

Who are the winners of the 2023 Make It Awards?

The winners are Adapt Ability, Harlem Pilates, Legally BLK Fund, and COVERR.

What support do the Make It Awards winners receive?

Winners receive a $30,000 grant, a one-year Squarespace subscription, marketing assets, and exposure on MSG Networks.

How does the Make It Awards program impact local communities?

The program supports entrepreneurs dedicated to their communities, promoting economic growth and diversity.

When was the Make It Awards program launched?

The Make It Awards program was launched in 2019 and is now in its fifth year.

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