Kyrie Irving has launched a campaign called the KAI Empowerment Initiative, which is designed to “provide financial support” for WNBA players this season.
While some WNBA players are now back to work, there are others who aren’t playing this season — which is where Irving comes in.
The Brooklyn Nets point guard has committed $1.5 million to KAI Empowerment Initiative so the WNBA players who chose to sit out the season due to “personal, professional, health, and/or safety-related reasons,” will still have some income.
Additionally, the KAI Empowerment Initiative “will give all WNBA players access to a comprehensive financial literacy program provided by UBS.”
Players have to apply for financial aid from the KAI Empowerment Initiative by August 11. Recipients fo the funds will be notified by August 24.
“Whether a person decided to fight for social justice, play basketball, focus on physical or mental health, or simply connect with their families, this initiative can hopefully support their priorities and decisions,” Irving said in a statement to the Associated Press.