Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit, is excited to announce that his organization, the 776 Foundation, is partnering with Oregon’s The Sports Bra to expand their reach nationally. The Sports Bra is a bar that exclusively shows women’s sports and has garnered a global following since its establishment two years ago. This expansion comes at a time when there is growing interest in women’s sports, especially with the record-breaking numbers seen in women’s college basketball.
The specific terms of the partnership and the level of investment involved have not been disclosed, but Ohanian expressed his enthusiasm for the progress being made in women’s sports and stated that 100% of the returns from this investment will be donated to support the development of future generations of women athletes. He emphasized that this investment aligns with 776’s mission to build a better future for young people.
Founder and CEO Jenny Nguyen shared her surprise at the rapid impact The Sports Bra has had on so many people and expressed a sense of momentum that the project is just beginning. With the support of Ohanian and 776, Nguyen plans to bring The Sports Bra to cities across the country and beyond, furthering their mission of investing in and celebrating women’s sports. She envisions a world where The Sports Bra becomes a ubiquitous presence, supporting women athletes and creating vibrant communities centered around women’s sports.
Nguyen is encouraged by recent milestones in women’s sports such as surpassed NBA finals viewership in record-breaking numbers during Women’s basketball championship game which she sees as an indication of support for woman’s sport . She believes that this expansion will bring more opportunities for young girls who are passionate about sports to watch their favorite teams play on big screens while enjoying delicious food and drinks surrounded by like-minded people who share their love for sports.