The last time Caitlin Clark played competitive basketball was nearly 22 weeks ago. Recovery remains her priority, but that doesn’t mean she’s stayed quiet. She’s hardly faded from the spotlight. In fact, Clark has doubled down on spending her time on things she loves, be it playing golf or showing support for a football team. And the young icon is back in the headlines, as she makes a Spotify Wrapped-esque announcement that has the hoops world applauding her.

The Caitlin Clark Foundation’s official Instagram page posted a mini carousel showcasing its impact in 2025, with support from partners such as Nike, Gatorade, State Farm, Scholastic, Lilly, and Hy-Vee.

The foundation’s recap revealed a massive year of outreach:

• 22,000 brand-new children’s books were distributed to various programs that reach children who do not always have access

• 500 backpacks filled with school supplies for students at McCombs Middle School

• Nutritious meals through local partnerships for students

• Four new multi-use basketball courts for community access

All centered on the non-profit’s mission to open “doors for kids to learn, grow, and thrive through education, nutrition, and sports. Because when kids have the right support, their futures are changed forever.”

For a 23-year-old basketball player who is worth approximately $10 million in 2025, according to Celebrity Net Worth and already carries the weight of being one of the WNBA’s most recognizable stars, the scope of her foundation’s work only reinforced how seriously Caitlin Clark takes her platform.

“I started the Caitlin Clark Foundation because I want to inspire and support others, especially young people, to chase their dreams and give back to their communities,” she said in 2023. “It’s about making a lasting impact and creating opportunities for those who need it most.”

As the post hit fans’ feeds, they flooded social media, highlighting her generosity and willingness to invest in the next generation.

Fans gain more respect for Caitlin Clark, the human being, first, aside from her WNBA triumphs

Long before Clark was breaking women’s basketball records, she knew the value of opportunity. Growing up in Iowa, she knew that access to books, sports, and proper nutrition can bring big changes for good in a student. So, she uses the foundation to pay that forward in a way only someone of her stature can.

“Great work benefiting lots of kiddos! Caitlin is such a great activist, non-performative ally, and advocate to marginalized people & communities. She has a heart of gold 🫡💯,” a fan wrote.

This hasn’t been the first time Clark has given back to her community. She frequently attends foundation events, from school supply drives where she handed out backpacks and water bottles to students to community court unveilings, where she encourages kids to play and stay active.

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Clark’s presence motivates youth to dream big, stay disciplined, and embrace opportunities.

“Let’s go CC and the Caitlin Clark foundation!! 👏♥️,” another fan added.

Partnering with Hy-Vee, the 2024 WNBA ROTY ran a month-long campaign that raised $300,802, enough to provide roughly 3 million meals to children facing food insecurity through Feeding America. She has long supported the Coralville Community Food Pantry, where she raised over $100,000 in just two years.

“You are making a meaningful difference and will only keep growing your impact. 👏🏼,” a fan wrote

If you thought her #22 jersey was referring to her birthdate, you are wrong!

Clark uses her jersey number to guide major donations as well. Ahead of her jersey retirement with the Iowa Hawkeyes, the young star awarded four $22,000 grants to organizations close to her heart, including the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, the Coralville Community Food Pantry, the Boys & Girls Club of the Corridor, and Special Olympics Iowa-East Central.

Lastly, a fan summed it best: “Amazing Lady she is. ❤️”

Caitlin Clark isn’t just a basketball star. She’s a role model and a leader. Looking ahead, Clark also offered a glimpse of what’s to come, dropping a confident note under her foundation’s recap post.

“2026 will be the best yet… let’s do it 🚀💛.”