Gorgui Dieng gives back with charity work in native Senegal

Good News Notes: “Gorgui Dieng is one of two Senegalese players in the NBA, but back home he might be better known for his philanthropic work.” “And Dieng isn’t wasting his privileged position. With the help of Minnesota-based global health nonprofit MATTER he set up the  Gorgui Dieng Foundation” “The foundation provides aid to Senegal…

NBA star donating $22 for every point he scores this season to charity

Good News Notes: “Minnesota Timberwolves star Andrew Wiggins announced Sunday he plans to donate $22 for every point he scores to help children who face barriers to participating in organized sports.  It’s the second straight season Wiggins will be donating money. The donation amount is the same number of his basketball jersey.” “The goal is…