BTD NIL Announces Major Volleyball Support through Milotso and Milwaukee Sting
6/19/2024 6:39:00 PM | Women's Volleyball
Funded through donations and partnerships with Milotsoâ„¢ and Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club
Be The Difference NIL | Milotso | Milwaukee Sting
MILWAUKEE - The Marquette University women's volleyball program along with Be the Difference NIL (BTD NIL), Marquette's premier Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) collective, has announced a significant financial investment through private donations and strategic partnerships with Milotso and Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club, two well-known brands committed to empowering young people in the Milwaukee community and beyond.
The expansion of support for volleyball aligns with BTD NIL's mission of being men and women for others as it works with non-profit organizations and supporting community-minded events to positively impact the community while enabling personal growth for the athletes with whom it works.
"We are incredibly excited to announce this new wave of support for volleyball," said Travis Diener, Executive Director of BTD NIL. "Thanks to the generous donations and strategic partnerships with Milotso and Sting, we can significantly enhance the NIL resources available to volleyball athletes."
Milotso and Sting, both leaders in their respective industries, have a long-standing commitment to supporting sports and athletes. Their collaboration with Be the Difference NIL exemplifies a shared vision of fostering growth, opportunity, and excellence within the athletic community.
"At Milotso, we believe in the power of sports to transform lives," said Tom Foti, Co-founder and President of Milotso. "Partnering with BTD NIL allows us to contribute meaningfully to women's volleyball and support athletes in building their team building, leadership and mentorship skills."
Ted Schulte, President of Sting, echoed those sentiments. "Our partnership with BTD NIL is a testament to our dedication to athlete development and empowerment," said Schulte. "We are proud to support this initiative and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on the volleyball community."
MU head coach Ryan Theis was excited about BTD NIL's new partnerships to support volleyball. "As a coach, I believe in empowering our athletes both on and off the court," Theis said. "The new opportunities provided by partnerships with Be the Difference will allow our players to make an impact in their community and prepare for life beyond sports. It's a game-changer that aligns with our mission to develop well-rounded individuals who excel in every aspect of their lives."
BTD NIL, Milotso, and Sting are united in their commitment to creating lasting change in the world of sports. This financial support marks a significant step forward in ensuring that volleyball athletes have the resources they need to succeed both on and off the court.
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BTD NIL
Be the Difference NIL, a registered Wisconsin 501(C)(3) is a collection of donors and alumni that supports student-athletes at Marquette University. This non-profit collective is dedicated to creating opportunities for athletes that positively contribute to campus and the community at large, while maintaining the commitment of Marquette University to make a difference in the world.
MilotsoÂ
Milotso is registered Wisconsin 501(C) (3) non-profit organization that provides a bridge for student-athletes to make a difference in the lives of youth in their communities. We offer mentorship, build life skills, and emphasize the importance of mental health and physical wellness. We implement strategies that inspire confidence and empower kids to reach their full potential through a program built specifically for busy student-athletes. Milotso was established formerly in April 2022 and has won two awards for the best new non-profit in the state of Wisconsin. You can find additional information about the Milotso program at milotso.com.
Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club
Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club focuses on the personal and athletic development of our student-athletes, and creates a safe, positive, and effective learning environment in which student-athletes strive to achieve individual excellence within a team dynamic.
MILWAUKEE - The Marquette University women's volleyball program along with Be the Difference NIL (BTD NIL), Marquette's premier Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) collective, has announced a significant financial investment through private donations and strategic partnerships with Milotso and Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club, two well-known brands committed to empowering young people in the Milwaukee community and beyond.
The expansion of support for volleyball aligns with BTD NIL's mission of being men and women for others as it works with non-profit organizations and supporting community-minded events to positively impact the community while enabling personal growth for the athletes with whom it works.
"We are incredibly excited to announce this new wave of support for volleyball," said Travis Diener, Executive Director of BTD NIL. "Thanks to the generous donations and strategic partnerships with Milotso and Sting, we can significantly enhance the NIL resources available to volleyball athletes."
Milotso and Sting, both leaders in their respective industries, have a long-standing commitment to supporting sports and athletes. Their collaboration with Be the Difference NIL exemplifies a shared vision of fostering growth, opportunity, and excellence within the athletic community.
"At Milotso, we believe in the power of sports to transform lives," said Tom Foti, Co-founder and President of Milotso. "Partnering with BTD NIL allows us to contribute meaningfully to women's volleyball and support athletes in building their team building, leadership and mentorship skills."
Ted Schulte, President of Sting, echoed those sentiments. "Our partnership with BTD NIL is a testament to our dedication to athlete development and empowerment," said Schulte. "We are proud to support this initiative and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on the volleyball community."
MU head coach Ryan Theis was excited about BTD NIL's new partnerships to support volleyball. "As a coach, I believe in empowering our athletes both on and off the court," Theis said. "The new opportunities provided by partnerships with Be the Difference will allow our players to make an impact in their community and prepare for life beyond sports. It's a game-changer that aligns with our mission to develop well-rounded individuals who excel in every aspect of their lives."
BTD NIL, Milotso, and Sting are united in their commitment to creating lasting change in the world of sports. This financial support marks a significant step forward in ensuring that volleyball athletes have the resources they need to succeed both on and off the court.
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BTD NIL
Be the Difference NIL, a registered Wisconsin 501(C)(3) is a collection of donors and alumni that supports student-athletes at Marquette University. This non-profit collective is dedicated to creating opportunities for athletes that positively contribute to campus and the community at large, while maintaining the commitment of Marquette University to make a difference in the world.
MilotsoÂ
Milotso is registered Wisconsin 501(C) (3) non-profit organization that provides a bridge for student-athletes to make a difference in the lives of youth in their communities. We offer mentorship, build life skills, and emphasize the importance of mental health and physical wellness. We implement strategies that inspire confidence and empower kids to reach their full potential through a program built specifically for busy student-athletes. Milotso was established formerly in April 2022 and has won two awards for the best new non-profit in the state of Wisconsin. You can find additional information about the Milotso program at milotso.com.
Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club
Milwaukee Sting Volleyball Club focuses on the personal and athletic development of our student-athletes, and creates a safe, positive, and effective learning environment in which student-athletes strive to achieve individual excellence within a team dynamic.
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