Seattle Storm nominated for ESPN’s Humanitarian Team of the Year Award

The Seattle Storm are one of four nominees for ESPN’s 2026 Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year Award, the network announced on Tuesday.

The Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns and Charlotte Hornets are the other finalists for the award, which honors a team that “demonstrates how teamwork can create a measurable impact on a community or cause,” according to ESPN’s press release.

The award will be presented as part of ESPN’s 12th annual Sports Humanitarian Awards on July 14 as part of ESPYS week. ESPN’s annual ESPYS award show takes place the following night on July 15.

Here’s what ESPN’s press release said about the Storm’s impact in the community:

“The Seattle Storm have built one of the most comprehensive and collaborative community impact models in professional sports, using the power of basketball to expand access, elevate underrepresented voices and strengthen communities across the Pacific Northwest. Their work is driven through initiatives including StormCares, Force4Change and Community Hoops, which collectively focus on youth development, civic engagement, equity, wellness and access to opportunity.

“Organization-wide alignment between ownership, executives, players, alumni and staff has embedded social impact into every level of the franchise’s identity. Since 2020, the organization has impacted more than 53,000 youth and raised and donated more than $2.5 million in support of community initiatives. Programs focused on literacy, youth basketball access, leadership development and wellness education provide thousands of young people with opportunities to learn, grow and participate in sport each year.

“The Storm have also emerged as leaders in advocacy and inclusion through initiatives like Kicks for Equality, Believe in Women and Storm Surge, which integrate storytelling and action into the fan experience.

“Supported by one of the WNBA’s largest Community & Social Impact teams, the organization continues to demonstrate how a professional sports franchise can serve as a trusted civic partner and force for meaningful, long-term change.”

We are honored to be named a finalist for the ESPY’s Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year Award for our commitment to community impact 💚 pic.twitter.com/IbmriVqSKD

— Seattle Storm (@seattlestorm) June 30, 2026

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