Humanitarian Award Finalist: Kevin Daley

"As athletes, it’s our responsibility to get involved in something positive for the community." - Kevin "Special K" Daley

Kevin Daley’s passion for basketball guided him through a famed 10-year career with the Harlem Globetrotters. As a daring dunker and incredible athlete, he pushed himself to overcome new challenges on a regular basis. Bringing smiles to crowds across the world can be a tough task, but his positive outlook, strong work ethic and creativity kept him on top of his game.

Although his playing days are behind him, Daley is still committed to bringing joy to others. Recognizing his influence as an athlete and applying it to philanthropy, he created The Kevin Daley Youth Foundation to increase awareness of bullying and help give confidence back to victimized children. Through motivational speeches, school interactions and one-on-one sessions, Daley is attacking the issue of bullying with the authority of a high-flying jam.

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