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Athletes gather in Los Angeles for inaugural Social Impact Summit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 5:58 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Athletes gather in Los Angeles for inaugural Social Impact Summit

Summary

On October 6, 2026, athletes including Azzi Fudd and Baron Davis attended the inaugural Social Impact Summit at the Lucas Museum in Los Angeles. Organized by the Social Impact Fund and powered by Nike, the summit focused on leveraging sports for philanthropic initiatives. Discussions highlighted the importance of equitable access to youth sports and creating opportunities for young athletes. Fudd is working to expand opportunities through her foundation, while Davis emphasized the value of listening to experts in the field. The event addressed the intersection of sports and philanthropy as a meaningful foundation for change.

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By the Numbers

•Social Impact Summit held on October 6 in Los Angeles.
•Athletes explored philanthropy's role in sports.
•Azzi Fudd focuses on expanding youth opportunities through her foundation.
•Baron Davis highlighted the importance of learning from experts.
•Conversations centered on equitable access to youth sports.

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5:58 AMYahoo Sports — Social Impact Fund and Nike bring sports and philanthropy together

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Athletes including Azzi Fudd, Ali Riley and Baron Davis gathered in Los Angeles to explore how their platforms can create opportunities and drive change beyond the game.
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