WNBA players are also public figures and have an influence on society. They impact individuals’ social lives in many ways, and veteran forward Tina Charles is one such prime example. On the court she is achieving new milestones and off the court also she is setting and surpassing targets.
Like, recently Charles surpassed Sylvia Fowles in double-double stats, while off the court, she is also closing on Hopey’s Heart Foundation’s AED Milestone.
Tina Charles Celebrates Hopey’s Heart Foundation’s AED Milestone
The Hopey’s Heart Foundation, founded in 2013, has so far distributed 486 AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) among different communities to help those in need. Their target is 500 AEDs. The veteran forward, along with the Connecticut Sun, is associated with the program, helping in creating awareness and donations for non-profit organizations.
They recently received $ 20,000 donation from longtime Sun partner, Yale New Haven Health. With each AED costing thousands of dollars, the donation will be a massive help.
“Today meant everything. I just want to say thank you to Yale New Haven Health for wanting to pledge that $20,000 for Hopey’s Heart Foundation to place 17 more AEDs to get to 500. Hopey’s Heart has been able to keep communities’ hearts safe, and it just means the world to me. In memory of my late aunt, to see my family on my aunt’s side, surprise me and be present— [they] who have been supportive of my non-profit,” Charles told the media.
PRESS RELEASE: Tina Charles’ Hopey’s Heart Foundation Receives $20,000 Donation from Yale New Haven Health
— Connecticut Sun PR (@CTSunPR) September 6, 2025
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The star was confident about reaching the target by fall and thanked God for choosing her for the mission. She also thanked her Sun organization for bein supportive in her noble cause.
Tina Charles Shines Despite Connecticut Sun’s Disappointing Season
On the court, the star is making a big difference for the Sun team. The Connecticut Sun drafted Former UConn player in 2010, and she returned to the organization as a free agent after 15 years. Still leading them in scoring, Charles is just behind Diana Taurasi for most 20+ points in the league. The 36-year-old also contributes to the defensive end.
Despite her efforts, the team is in 11th place in the league standings. The rest of the team’s inconsistencies handed the side another disappointing season. They have an 11-31 record in the league and will face the Atlanta Dream in the remaining games.