Susan Crown Exchange

The Susan Crown Exchange supports nonprofits that prepare youth to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Excited to see #EmpowerEveryCoach launch today.

We’re supporting 10 organizations advancing systems-level change in youth sports and expanding access to quality coaching nationwide.

Congrats to the inaugural cohort! 🧡

[Million Coaches Challenge @MillionCoaches]

🎉 Today we’re launching Empower Every Coach — investing $2M+ in 10 organizations advancing systems change in youth sports.

With support from @scefdn, this 18-month cohort will help make quality coaching the norm, not the exception. 🧡

Learn more: https://t.co/NHmHFw9OqL

#MillionCoachesChallenge #EmpowerEveryCoach #YouthSports

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

In their latest oped for Ms. Magazine, founder Susan Crown and Elizabeth Kunz, CEO of @GOTRI, highlight why quality coaching is essential to keeping girls in the game — and helping them thrive far beyond it. Read their piece below!

[Million Coaches Challenge @MillionCoaches]

Girls don’t just need access to sports. They need coaches who create belonging, confidence, and joy.
A powerful new op-ed from Susan Crown, founder of the @scefdn and Elizabeth Kunz, CEO of @GOTRI highlights why quality coaching is essential to keeping girls in the game — and helping them thrive far beyond it. https://t.co/tgsh77sxKZ

#MillionCoachesChallenge #GirlsInSports

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

What’s happening in youth sports and physical activity legislation? Now there’s one place to see it all! Developed by @UWMedicine's Sports Institute in partnership w/ @UWCLA & @KCPlayEquity. Contributions from @scefdn and @OSULiFESports.
✔ 700+ state + federal bills
✔ Focused on safety, access, and accountability
Clear and built for the field.
https://t.co/OkVfFTdbtO
#YouthSports #WinningBeyondTheGame

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Evidence is clear: coach training works.
93% of coaches trained by @MillionCoaches partners feel more confident.
71% say kids are more likely to stay in sport.
Learn more: https://t.co/F8Y924yiZe
#WinningBeyondTheGame #MillionCoaches

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

📢 New Calls to Action from @MillionCoaches —
✔ Insights
✔ Narrative
✔ Organizational Practice
✔ Policy
A roadmap for youth sports coaching. Learn more: https://t.co/F8Y924yiZe
#WinningBeyondTheGame #MillionCoaches

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Behind every athlete is a coach who makes a difference. Thank you to all the coaches shaping confidence, belonging, and joy in kids’ lives. @MillionCoaches Learn more: https://t.co/F8Y924yQOM

#YouthSportsWeek #WinningBeyondTheGame #MillionCoaches

[Million Coaches Challenge @MillionCoaches]

One Million Coaches Trained. A Bold Vision for Youth Sports. This #NationalCoachesDay, the @MillionCoaches Challenge celebrates 1M coaches trained in youth development practices—plus 2 new resources to carry the movement forward.
https://t.co/Y7IEXp9IrQ
#MillionCoaches #WinningBeyondTheGame

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

1M coaches trained. Millions of kids reached. This #NationalCoachesDay we celebrate the milestone + the movement through @MillionCoaches. Learn more: https://t.co/F8Y924yQOM

#WinningBeyondTheGame #MillionCoaches

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Game on! 🎮

Our friends, @TheYoungFutures, are funding solutions that harness the power of digital play to help teens thrive. Think games, VR, creative apps, resources to support parents and caregivers & more.

There is up to $100K up for grabs—apply NOW - May 9th!

https://t.co/bASqlCEm4H

#HereComesTheFunChallenge

[Million Coaches Challenge @MillionCoaches]

📣 Training matters, and the Million Coaches Challenge Partners are proving just how powerful coach education is!
✔ 93% feel more confident in their coaching abilities
✔ 94% agree that all coaches would benefit from foundational training
✔ Coaches are shifting their approach to prioritize youth development

💡 What’s changing?
✅ Active listening & stronger connections
✅ Creating inclusive team-building activities
✅ Supporting mental health and well-being
✅ Providing positive encouragement

🔗 Learn more at https://t.co/IKK2mXYw97

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

We couldn't be more proud to support such inspiring leaders in youth sports through the @MillionCoaches Challenge. They are truly changing the game, working to empower coaches all across the U.S. @AIRInforms has been studying this effort for four years and this week released its preliminary findings. The topline? Coaches matter. Training works. https://t.co/cHOpub15b6

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Our friends at @TheYoungFutures are launching the #CallMeMaybeChallenge to tackle the thorny issue of phones in schools. Want a head start on your proposal? Check out the RFP & their article to learn more! Apps open March 19!
https://t.co/m3AmQaSnx7

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

We're proud to announce our continued support of @RTYPFund's second cohort. Through the $2.4M fund, 18 youth-led organizations are advancing critical work in AI safety, mental health, and digital rights. Learn more @ https://t.co/nIiUqN9F3F

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Don't miss this week's webinar from the @MillionCoaches highlighting the challenges and opportunities of training school-based coaches in youth development! Register today https://t.co/g7VkgVOzLJ

[Million Coaches Challenge @MillionCoaches]

We're one week away from the MCC Webinar: Million Coaches Challenge Impact: Training School-Based Coaches in Youth Development.

Join us for a game-changing webinar that tackles one of the biggest challenges in youth sports: equipping coaches with the tools they need to help athletes succeed both on and off the field.

Register today: https://t.co/s4J4zP3VPg

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

Did you know that 81% of American teens feel negative pressure in at least one key area? Check out this new report from @CommonSense and @Digi_Thriving to learn more about the pressures teens face and what you can do to help.

[Common Sense Media @CommonSense]

It's #WorldMentalHealthDay and today@commonsense released new research in collaboration w/ @Digi_Thriving at @hgse & @IUPhilanthropy. In it, teens tell us about the pressures they face, where they come from, and how to help.

[Common Sense Media @CommonSense]

This morning, Dr Emily Weinstein, co-founder of the Center for Digital Thriving and co-writer of our new research report, "Unpacking Grind Culture in American Teens: Pressure, Burnout, and the Roles of Social Media," joined Kate Snow on The Today Show.

[Susan Crown Exchange @scefdn]

A new study from our partners at @Digi_Thriving and @CommonSense unpacks the pressures teens face, how burnout affects them, and what adults can do to help. Check out the coverage on the Today Show! https://t.co/b6hHP4q555 via @TODAYshow @em_weinstein