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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Replay Sports Cards Aims to Donate 1 Million Cards to 40,000+ Kids in Chicago Area
Nation's first national sports card shop franchise calls on attendees of 2025 National Sports Card Convention to support its "Replay Gives Back" campaign Donations to support local Chicagoland youth charitable organizations Attendees can also experience live sports card breaks at the Replay booth CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Replay Sports Cards ("Replay") – America's first national franchise dedicated exclusively to the hobby – is going all-out at the 2025 National Sports Card Convention (July 30-Aug. 3) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., to spread the joy of collecting. Supporting Chicagoland Youth Throughout the convention, attendees can visit the Collectors Lounge to support the company's bold goal: collecting 1 million sports cards to donate to over 40,000 children, ensuring the magic of card collecting reaches those who may otherwise be left out. Replay will donate all cards collected to local youth-focused organizations, such as Boys & Girls Club of Chicago and Noah's Arc Foundation, among others. "The excitement of opening a pack of cards is timeless, and Replay Gives Back is our way of sharing that joy with kids who've never had the chance," said Brent Schepel, co-founder of Replay. "It's about inclusion, generosity, and building the future of the hobby, one card – and one child – at a time. We built Replay Sports Cards to be a place where collectors feel like family. At The National Sports Card Convention, we're excited to welcome everyone – from diehard collectors to curious first-timers – and leverage the opportunity with this incredible audience to help us do something meaningful." Spreading Joy Through Cards Founded with a mission to cultivate community and inclusion in the hobby, Replay's leadership sees the Gives Back initiative as more than a charity drive. "Sparking that sense of wonder in a kid opening their first pack – there's nothing like it," said Mike Martin, co-founder of Replay. "We're passionate about growing the hobby and making it more accessible. Too many children are priced out of collecting today, and we want to change that." Since launching the program in November 2024, Replay Sports Cards has taken in more than 1.5 million donated trading cards. The sports cards franchise sorts and packages all donations into 25-card packs, including 1-2 chase cards – making each pack brimming with the excitement that makes collecting sports cards so special. These card packs are then delivered to children nationwide through local and national community partnerships. Replay encourages all attendees, collectors, and industry partners to support the campaign by bringing extra or unwanted cards to the National and helping spread the word. The Replay Gives Back card packs include everything from legendary brands like Upper Deck, Leaf, Topps and Panini to Pokémon. Donations are also accepted year-round at any Replay Sports Cards shop or by mail. The Replay Experience In addition to helping reach the goal of donating 1 million cards to kids across the Chicagoland area, visitors will also get to experience live sports card breaks. "We're seeing a tidal wave of new interest in sports cards, and we built Replay to meet that wave with the infrastructure and innovation today's collectors expect," said Mike Weinberger, co-founder and president of franchising for Replay. "But none of it matters if we don't bring new generations into the hobby. At its core, Replay Gives Back is about expanding access – so that no kid has to just watch from the sidelines. This moment at The National is a chance for the whole industry to come together and make a bigger impact." For more information about Replay Gives Back, visit For those interested in making their mark in the growing trading card community, visit for more information. ABOUT REPLAY SPORTS CARDSReplay Sports Cards is the first-ever sports card shop franchise, offering a full-service experience that includes buying, selling, trading and grading. With three shops across the Southeastern U.S. and a strong presence at major card shows nationwide, Replay delivers an approachable, trustworthy environment for collectors of all ages and experience levels. The franchise is designed to make card collecting accessible, exciting, and meaningful, blending modern retail with a deep love for the hobby. Originally founded as One Stop Sports, Replay Sports Cards combines deep industry knowledge with a community-first mindset, both in-shop and through weekly livestreams on Whatnot (@ReplaySportsCards) and TikTok, (@ReplaySportsCards). To learn more, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Replay Sports Cards Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Weeknd Honored with 'The Weeknd Weekend' by City of Toronto Ahead of Hometown Shows
The singer was awarded the Key to the City on July 26 The Weeknd is taking over Toronto. The music superstar — who was raised in the suburb of Scarborough — was awarded the Key to the City and honored with "The Weeknd Weekend" by the City of Toronto on Saturday, July 26. According to a release, the honors were presented at a private ceremony attended by the Mayor of Toronto, Olivia Chow, youth from the Boys & Girls Club of West Scarborough and students from the singer's alma mater, Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute. "Born in Toronto, Abel 'The Weeknd' Tesfaye represents the best of our city," said Chow in a statement. "From Scarborough to the global stage, he has reshaped modern R&B music as a multi-platinum, Diamond-certified artist while using his platform to create a lasting impact for Toronto and around the world." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The Weeknd — who's set to perform a string of upcoming shows in Toronto — has committed to revitalize the basketball court and build a mobile recording studio for the Boys & Girls Club, bring a dedicated dance and arts studio and a sensory room for students with development disabilities to the Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute and more. 'I'm deeply honored to receive the Key to the City. It feels good to be home. Toronto is where I found my voice, and I'm committed to helping the next generation find theirs," said the star — who's donated more than $10 million to humanitarian causes since 2020 — in a statement. Earlier this summer The Weeknd made history as the highest-grossing Black male artist to ever perform at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., according to Live Nation. While he's been open about his desire to retire his public persona, he underscored in a Variety cover story in January that he remained as committed as ever to music. "I don't think I can stop doing that," he told the outlet. "But everything needs to feel like a challenge. And for me right now, the Weeknd, whatever that is, it's been mastered." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Former Packer AJ Dillon, Dillon Family Foundation donates $25K to Boys & Girls Club of Door County
STURGEON BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Although AJ Dillon is no longer in Titletown, the former Green Bay Packers running back is still making his first 'NFL home' a priority through a generous donation to a local Boys & Girls Club. On Thursday, through the Dillon Family Foundation, AJ and his wife, Gabrielle, made a $25,000 donation to the Boys & Girls Club of Door County. Thursday marked the one-year anniversary of the foundation's launch. Brown County Jail's garden program shows significant growth in second year, donations to Paul's Pantry Following the check presentation, a naming ceremony was held to dedicate the garden beds at the Boys & Girls Club in the Dillon Family Foundation's name. Officials say the garden serves as a hands-on learning space where children can grow fruits and vegetables. 'The Dillon Family Foundation [made] a generous investment of $25,000 in the Club to sustain our high-impact garden initiative, along with all of the nutritious snacks, meals, and food-related programs, along with the healthy lifestyle projects and programs that are made possible through generous partners and supporters like the Foundation,' said Johanna Wicklund, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Bay and Lakes Region. Wisconsin State Patrol and Motor Carriers Association team up in Green Bay for annual 'Trooper in a Truck' initiative Kids from the Boys & Girls Club of Door County then demonstrated a short recipe, showing how to make an easy and healthy meal with vegetables from the garden. 'Walking into the building and seeing those smiles, it reminds you of why you start missions that we do with the Dillon Family Foundation, why you have a Boys & Girls Club in your community,' stated AJ Dillon during the ceremony. 'These kids are awesome and have so much potential, so much love to give, and so it's an honor to be here today.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
17-07-2025
- General
- CBS News
Volunteers help provide upgrades to Little Village Boys and Girls Club
Some major improvements are coming to the oldest boys and girls club in Chicago. Around two dozen volunteers and electricians were at the Little Village Boys & Girls Club in South Lawndale on Thursday. Crews are fixing the electrical system, painting a new mural, and beautifying the playground. "Over like a hundred of our families come here every day," Program director Guadalupe Delgado. "They need us to be here for their kids, for them to be entertained, for them to have some fun reading in the club. So, it really means a lot to us to have this great opportunity." At more than 100 years old, the building hosts more than 20,000 students yearly. The upgrades were part of a joint effort between Ideal Electrical and Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago.
CBS News
16-07-2025
- General
- CBS News
Wednesday's Child: 10-year-old Jaysheamy
MARE - Jaysheamy is a sweet and friendly young girl who loves to socialize and make new friends. She enjoys watching cartoons, playing with her collection of dolls and toys, and spending time outdoors whenever she can. Jaysheamy does very well in school. She attends a general education classroom and is consistently well-behaved and respectful. She thrives on being active and engaged and attends an after school program at her local Boys and Girls Club, where she participates in a variety of fun and enriching activities. Jaysheamy's cheerful personality and eagerness to learn make her a joy to be around. For more information you can contact MARE: 617-964-MARE (6273) or visit Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston. Hosted by Jack Williams for 34 years, this weekly series has given a face and voice to the children who wait the longest for families. Wednesday's Child has helped find homes for hundreds of waiting children and continues to raise awareness about adoption from foster care.
