ST. LOUIS – (December 18, 2024) – The St. Louis Battlehawks and United Way of Greater St. Louis today announced a new agreement to recognize the nonprofit as the team’s first-ever Premier Community Partner.
This year-long collaboration underscores the Battlehawks commitment to volunteerism and community engagement, aligning with the United Way of Greater St. Louis mission to improve the lives of individuals and families across Missouri and Illinois.
“The St. Louis Battlehawks have a responsibility to be a game changer off the field and we’re elated to partner with a legacy pillar of service like United Way of Greater St. Louis,” said Mary Beth Sales, Director of Marketing for the St. Louis Battlehawks. “Our expanded relationship will be a cornerstone of our COMMUNITY HUSTLE program and optimize the engagement to support and connect within the St. Louis region.”
As the St. Louis Battlehawks Premier Community Partner, United Way of Greater St. Louis will collaborate with the team on co-branded initiatives, including Leadership Huddle, a quarterly leadership and networking event, and the Battlehawks Day of Service in conjunction with Unite With Us Day 2025.
“The St. Louis Battlehawks share our commitment to creating a better, brighter region for our local neighbors,” stated Michelle D. Tucker, President & CEO of United Way of Greater St. Louis. “This partnership will enable us to work closer together to cultivate new ways to increase community impact.”
To get involved and for more information about the St. Louis Battlehawks community initiatives, visit theufl.com/teams/st-louis/community or email Community@UFLBattlehawks.com.
About The UFL
The United Football League (UFL) is shaping the future of spring football, born from the groundbreaking 2024 merger of the XFL and USFL. With the visionary backing of RedBird Capital Partners, FOX, Dany Garcia and Dwayne Johnson, the UFL is redefining the football landscape. Positioned to innovate and expand fan engagement and player opportunities, the league is poised for growth with its eight teams in key markets: Arlington (TX), Birmingham (AL), Detroit (MI), Houston (TX), San Antonio (TX), Memphis (TN), St. Louis (MO), and Washington D.C. The UFL is committed to pushing the boundaries of the game and delivering an elevated experience for players, fans, and partners alike.
About the United Way of Greater St. Louis
United Way of Greater St. Louis unites people, resources, and funding to help build strong and equitable communities across a 16-county region in Missouri and Illinois. United Way’s impact on the community includes equipping over 160 local nonprofits with vital funding and training resources, operating the largest Volunteer Center in the region, and connecting local neighbors to providers of services through its 211 Helpline. For more information, contact 314-421-0700 or visit www.HelpingPeople.org.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Brian Stull, St. Louis Battlehawks
Director of Team Communications
Brian.Stull@UFLBattlehawks.com
Shuntae Shields Ryan, United Way of Greater St. Louis
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
shuntae.shieldsryan@stl.unitedway.org
