Jonathan Allen

Minnesota Vikings

Family Well-Being

CarePortal
“When you’re in the foster care system, you don’t know where you’re going, or if you’re wanted. It’’s a lot of unknowns for a kid.”
CarePortal is using technology to turn compassion into action. Since 2015, the platform has connected children and families in crisis with people in their community who are ready to help—creating what it calls Care-Sharing. Just as ride-sharing transformed transportation, CarePortal is revolutionizing child welfare by sharing real-time needs and mobilizing local responses. Every match brings faster support, stronger communities, and hope for families who need it most.

FEATURED PLAYERS CAUSES

Derrick Barnes is helping Detroit youth unlock confidence and possibility

Derrick Barnes knows what can happen when a young person has someone in their corner. That’s why he’s championing DBG Detroit, a mentorship-powered program where students explore their talents, build confidence, and discover what’s possible. From hands-on support to creative opportunities — including collaborating with a DBG teen on his custom cleats — Derrick is helping the next generation see a future they can truly own.