Through WNBA Cares, the WNBA is deeply committed to creating programs that improve the quality of life for all people, with a special emphasis on programs which promote a healthy lifestyle and positive body image, increase breast and women’s health awareness, support youth and family development, and focus on education some of our programs and partnerships include:

WNBA FIT

WNBA Fit encourages girls and women of all ages to learn more about their bodies and the importance of physical fitness through programs related to health, fitness, nutrition and self-esteem. Programming inspires girls and women to get started on “being fit” through small changes in their daily routine. The content of the program is communicated and delivered through a ‘Team’ of Spokespeople and National and Local Events.

GO RED FOR WOMEN

The WNBA and the American Heart Association have formed an alliance to promote the Go Red for Women campaign. GRFW encourages women to learn more about heart health, and raises awareness of the risks of heart disease in women.

BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS

For twelve years, the WNBA Breast Health Awareness program has focused on generating awareness and educating women about breast cancer in addition to raising funds for the initiative. The WNBA and its teams have raised over $2 million to aid in the fight against breast cancer.

READ TO ACHIEVE

Read to Achieve is a year-round, league-wide initiative supported by NBA, WNBA and NBA D-League teams that promotes the values of reading and on-line literacy and encourages families and adults to read regularly with young children. The program includes special reading time-outs, the donation of books and literacy materials to schools and community based organizations, and the creation of Reading and Learning Centers and Reading Corners throughout the world.

JR. WNBA

By stressing fundamental skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship and positive adult participation, the Jr. WNBA aims to develop a life-long passion for the game of basketball by providing a support structure that not only encourages participation, but also makes the game fun and rewarding for players, coaches, officials and parents. The Jr. WNBA believes that lessons learned on- and off-the-court as a member of a team are lessons that are useful in building relationships at school, home and work.

PARTNERSHIPS

In reaching our community relations goals, the WNBA is proud to partner with the following organizations: