When the world met track star Sha'Carri Richardson during Olympic 2021 trials this month, there was no mistake: she will be a legend. Women across the country cheered when she said, "I just want the world to know that I'm that girl." With access and equity issues from youth to professional sports for girls and women, how can we ensure that the next generation has an even playing field?

Because of the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak, there are so many charitable organizations and communities in dire need of support and resources. Below, with a focus on combatting hunger and supporting farmworkers in the United States, we’ve listed some of our favorite organizations for Giving Tuesday. Want to add to this list? Send us a direct message, or leave us a comment, on Instagram @DearGirlFriday. We’ll make updates and add new categories throughout the 2020 Season of Giving.

The sports world came to a screeching halt last Wednesday as athletes around the country united against racial injustice and police brutality in the wake of the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Girl Friday will be covering athletes’ continued responses to racism, injustice, and police brutality. Stay tuned!