//    2025 CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP IMPACT REPORT
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At ESPN, we believe deeply in the power of sports to drive connection, inspire hope 
and create positive change. That belief guides our approach to Corporate Citizenship 
and reinforces our responsibility to use our platform in meaningful ways.
In 2025, ESPN once again demonstrated what it means to build the 
business while building community. By investing in youth sports, amplifying 
critical fundraising for cancer research  and strengthening our hometown 
communities, ESPN continued to serve sports fans anytime, anywhere, while 
also responding to the needs of a rapidly evolving world.
Our work is strongest when it is collaborative. League partners, 
advertisers, nonprofit organizations, on-air talent and employees all play 
an essential role in helping us scale impact. Together, we reached new 
audiences, told powerful stories and deepened trust with fans who expect 
ESPN to lead with integrity and purpose.
I am incredibly proud of the teams who bring this vision to life every day. 
Their passion, creativity and commitment ensure that ESPN remains 
not only a global leader in sports media, but also a force for good in the 
communities we serve.
JIMMY PITARO
Chairman, ESPN
ESPN Corporate Citizenship is rooted in intentional, measurable programming 
that is aligned with our business. In 2025, we deepened our commitment on the 
areas where sports can make the greatest difference, while continuing to integrate 
philanthropy, partnerships and storytelling across our programming.
This year marked progress across our two core focus areas: Take Back Sports and the support for the V Foundation. 
From the continued evolution of our youth sports strategy, to record-setting moments during V Week and ESPYS 
Week, and our employee-driven service in our home markets, our work reflected both scale and heart.
Equally important, we strengthened our connection to The Walt Disney Company’s enterprise-wide social 
responsibility priorities, unlocking new synergies and amplifying impact through what we often call “One Disney.”
As we look ahead, we remain committed to collaboration, innovation and accountability, ensuring that our 
efforts not only respond to community needs, but also help build stronger communities and create lasting impact 
through the power of sports.
KEVIN MARTINEZ
Vice President, ESPN Corporate Citizenship
Our Commitment 
to Communities
USING THE POWER OF SPORTS
TO INSPIRE SOCIAL GOOD
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