Caitlin Clark Continues to Give Back

As the news spread online, fans flooded social media with praise and appreciation for Clark.

"I ❤️to see Caitlin giving back, especially to the youth!!."

"Caitlin Clark Effect Superstar Face of WNBA .. and community and kid friendly ❤️."

"This is what it's all about ! This is bigger then basketball and she understands that ."

"This is actual, real, non-performative advocacy and activism, shoutout to Caitlin Clark and her foundation for helping the marginalized, underrepresented communities in her home state of Iowa ."

"Always giving back ❤️❤️❤️ we love to see it."

"They’ll never make me hate you, Caitlin!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️."

What is the Caitlin Clark Foundation?

The Caitlin Clark Foundation focuses on giving back through three key pillars: education, nutrition, and sports. According to the foundation's mission, via their website:

“Caitlin’s passion and joy on the court inspire her foundation’s work off the court. The Caitlin Clark Foundation’s mission is to uplift and improve the lives of youth and their communities through education, nutrition, and sports, three pillars Caitlin believes were foundational in her success.”

Notable Caitlin Clark Foundation Events So Far

There have been numerous events put on by the Caitlin Clark Foundation. Some of them include:

• 22,000 Book Donation
• Jersey Retirement Grants
• Stock Up Campaign
• Warm Up Campaign
• Gear Up Campaign
• Fuel Up Campaign
• Back-to-School Backpacks

What Des Moines and the State of Iowa Mean to Caitlin Clark

Clark was born and raised in West Des Moines, Iowa. She starred at Dowling Catholic High School, earning McDonald's All-American honors before becoming a national name at the University of Iowa.

As a freshman, she led Division I in scoring and earned All-American honors. She went on to lead the Hawkeyes to back-to-back NCAA tournament final appearances and set the Division I women’s records for most career and single-season points and three-pointers.

Despite her rise to international fame, her ties to Iowa remain deep and genuine.

Next Chance to See Caitlin Clark on the Court

Clark’s status for Wednesday’s home game against the Phoenix Mercury is still uncertain due to her groin injury.

Here’s a look at Indiana’s upcoming five-game stretch:

• Friday, August 1: at Dallas Wings
• Sunday, August 3: at Seattle Storm
• Tuesday, August 5: at Los Angeles Sparks
• Thursday, August 7: at Phoenix Mercury
• Saturday, August 9: vs Chicago Sky

Whether she’s on the floor or in the community, Caitlin Clark continues to lead with purpose.