Hoops Superstar and Social Justice Champion: Carmelo Anthony
Basketball star Carmelo Anthony leaves a lasting impact off the court: a career-long celebration of individuality and community activism.
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Spinning the ball, scoring slam dunks, and landing a spot in the Hall of Fame—Carmelo Anthony has done it all on the basketball court. But off the court, he's making waves as an influential force in social justice activism and philanthropy, leaving an indelible impact on the world.
Beyond his on-court exploits, Carmelo Anthony has emerged as an essential figure in advocating for racial justice and locally-focused initiatives. He's not just a superstar athlete—he's a trailblazer paving the way for a more equitable society.
Social Impact & Activism
- Pledging change: In 2025, Anthony served as Guest Editor-in-Chief for an SLAM magazine issue spotlighting basketball and social justice. He powerfully addressed racial injustice, all proceeds going to charities supporting Black communities.
- Scholarship for change: Joining forces with fellow NBA icons Chris Paul and Dwyane Wade, Anthony co-founded the Social Change Fund United, which grants scholarships to HBCU students, fostering equity in entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation.
Global Ambassador
- By influencing basketball's growth worldwide, Anthony has become an important cultural figure whose reach spans the globe. His impact is evident in efforts such as training junior players in China with his techniques.
- Through a mix of athletic prowess and humanitarian efforts, Anthony models a blend of achievement and community service that defines the modern athlete who positively impacts the world.
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[1] Anthony, C. (2025). Speaking truth to power: A rare letter from Carmelo Anthony on racial injustice and activism. SLAM Magazine.
[2] Anthony, C., Paul, C., & Wade, D. (2020). Taylor Michael Scholarship Fund. About us. Retrieved from http://www.socialchangefundunited.org
[3] Thompson, P. (2020). Carmelo Anthony: Not just a basketball player. The Washington Post.
[4] Hong Kong Basketball Association. (2019). Anthony training workshops empowering young players. Press release.
[5] United Nations Development Programme. (2020). SDG Impact: Carmelo Anthony socially engaged on and off the basketball court. United Nations SDG Impact Stories.
In addition to his accomplished basketball career, Carmelo Anthony has taken on a pivotal role as an advocate for racial justice and local initiatives, working to affect meaningful change. In 2025, he served as Guest Editor-in-Chief for an SLAM magazine issue centered on basketball and social justice, raising funds for charities that support Black communities (Anthony, 2025). Furthermore, in partnership with Chris Paul and Dwyane Wade, Anthony co-founded the Social Change Fund United, awarding scholarships to students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, promoting entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation (Anthony, Paul, & Wade, 2020).
