KhaDarel Hodge

Atlanta Falcons

Mental Health

HBCU ELITE
HBCU ELITE is leveling the playing field for Historically Black Colleges and Universities by connecting talented student-athletes with opportunities that showcase their potential. Through mentorship, exposure, and empowerment, the organization strengthens the pipeline between high school and collegiate sports — ensuring that excellence, tradition, and culture continue to thrive at HBCUs for generations to come.
The Hidden Opponent
The Hidden Opponent is breaking the silence around athlete mental health by turning isolation into community. Through education, storytelling, and a global network of athletes and advocates, they challenge stigma and create a culture where vulnerability is strength and no one has to struggle in the shadows.
“I want to highlight the importance of mental health for student athletes, especially those attending HBCUs like myself.”

FEATURED PLAYERS CAUSES

Demario Davis is reimagining what school can be

Before he was a captain for the New Orleans Saints, Demario Davis was a substitute teacher — and his passion for transforming education never left. Now, alongside his wife, Tamela, he’s working to move beyond a one-size-fits-all model and expand individualized learning opportunities that help every student thrive.