Charitable Spirit of Indian Cricketers speaks volumes in their varying gestures
Championing one’s passion or career brings one happiness and pride. However, championing a good cause brings one satisfaction. And if the cause is philanthropic, it gives more satisfaction, gratifying the humanitarian soul. Having outperformed in cricket — their first love, some of the Indian cricketers donate bountifully to help the underprivileged sections of society in myriad ways to help them avail all those they are deprived of. Here, we profile the tales of some of them.
| Philanthropic Tales of Indian Cricket Celebs |
| Sachin Tendulkar Recently, India’s cricketing icon, and Paytm First Games’ Brand Ambassador, Master Blaster, Sachin Tendulkar has financially assisted the treatment of 100 underprivileged children suffering from critical ailments across six states. More so, Sachin Tendulkar Foundation works for the cause of providing right nutrition and preventive healthcare to ensure the wellbeing of the underprivileged children. The foundation works with institutions and municipal hospitals that provide quality healthcare at affordable costs to the needy. It’s reflects the philanthropic tend of the demi-God of cricket. |
| Virat Kohli The recent gesture of the cricketing hero, and the heart-throb of millions, Team India’s captain and Vize Health & Hygiene’s Brand Ambassador – Virat Kohli for its new personal hygiene and sanitation brand Vize known for his charity work as much as he is known for his on-field brilliance has announced to donate all profit earned from Vize products to charity organisation Raah Foundation to help feed 5,000 underprivileged malnourished children in Maharashtra for one year. Virat Kohli Foundation has taken Maharashtra based Raah Foundation as Implementation Partner to carry out ‘Nutrition for Transformation Initiative’ to enhance the nutrition of tribal children to improve their health. The vicious undernutrition among the children under the age of 5 years in India who are worst affected and lag in growth milestones and suffer for the rest of their lives needs immediate redressal. To addressing malnutrition amongst the underprivileged tribal children and bringing a solution to it, Virat Kohli has donated all his earnings from Vize. In the wake of health emergency created due to COVID-19 and to curb it, good quality personal hygiene products are very much required. To serve the purpose, VIZE Hygiene products (hand sanitizer gel, hand sanitizer sprays, hand sanitizer liquid, antiseptic liquids, mobile cleaning spray, sanitizing wet wipes and freshener sanitizer spray) have recently launched, which are made up with great care and to exacting standards. These products ensure 99.9% protection from germs and viruses. Healthwise, Vize products are safe as these are manufactured at a WHO GMP certified facility. |
| Rohit Sharma The vice-captain, the ‘Hitman’ of Indian cricket team, the explosive Indian opener and the Brand Ambassador of healthcare company Dr Trust – Rohit Sharma is noted for his philanthropic activities and promotes various causes such as animal welfare, health, and children. He is particularly vocal about the protection of animals and has supported various initiatives and organisations to promote the cause. He has been also involved in charity work for a long time. It is no secret that he is extremely fond of nature and animals. He is seen doing his bit and gives back to society in all the ways that he can. He has recently donated ₹80 lakh to fight the rapidly-spreading COVID-19 outbreak. | Shikhar Dhawan The swashbuckling Indian cricketer and the Brand Ambassador of GS Caltex India – Shikhar Dhawan is also associated with philanthropy and social cause. Recently, he visited the Hindu refugees of Pakistan living near Majlis Park metro station in Delhi and brought a smile on the face of many people present. He went to the colony and donated cricket kits, beds, and automatic toilets to the people. |
| Suresh Raina The versatile former Indian Cricketer, one of the finest batsmen and the Brand Ambassador of 9stacks – Suresh Raina’s batting is worth watching on field, but his charitable contributions off the field are even better. His Gracia Raina Foundation named after his daughter supports mothers from underprivileged communities with care and opportunities. This foundation works very closely with mothers and children and helps them address issues that cover their physical and mental well-being, too. And, in keeping with his generous nature, Raina was quick to make his contributions to various government-related funds to fight COVID-19. | M S Dhoni The former World Cup winning skipper and the Brand Ambassador of Indian Army – M S Dhoni is one such celeb who doesn’t talk about his charity because his list of charity works is quite long. He works closely with the Rhiti Charitable Foundation that organises cricket matches and other fundraising for the poor and for uplifting young athletes. His M S Dhoni Foundation coordinates with Virat Kohli’s charity foundation VKF to serve the needy people. He really has a heart of gold when it comes to donation for a noble cause. Dhoni is the person who redefined cricket and philanthropy together. |
| Yuvraj Singh One of the most celebrated cricketers globally, the former Indian cricketer and the Brand Ambassador of Aakash Educational Services Limited Yuvraj Singh has a big heart when it comes to philanthropy. As a cancer survivor, his Foundation – YouWeCan – a non-profit organization is on a mission to empower all people to fight cancer through awareness, prevention, early detection, patient support and survivor empowerment. They support the treatment of underprivileged children who are battling cancer. |
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