AAU Cares

AAU Cares is the community service initiative of the Amateur Athletic Union, created to give athletes, coaches, and families meaningful ways to give back beyond competition. It encourages AAU events and teams to support local charities, promote health and safety, and model leadership, character, and social responsibility through service projects and outreach activities.

Protecting Brains On and Off the Mat

At the Tae Kwon Do Goldenrod Championship, we are highlighting the importance of brain safety for athletes and families in our community. As part of AAU Cares, we are partnering with the Brain Injury Alliance of Northern Kentucky (BIANK) to promote brain injury prevention and support survivors and their families.

The Brain Injury Alliance of Northern Kentucky is dedicated to advocacy, education, prevention, and support for people affected by brain injury and their caregivers. They provide community outreach, help families find resources, and run prevention and awareness initiatives like helmet programs and safety education.

Learn more about BIANK at https://www.biank.org/about

Participants and families can get involved in the following ways:

Follow the Brain Injury Alliance of NKY on social media to stay informed about events, resources, and safety programs.
Look for and attend local events that support BIANK, such as awareness walks, educational programs, or helmet-fitting events.
Talk with your children about helmet use for biking, scootering, skating, skiing, and other activities where head protection matters.
Share BIANK’s donation page and educational materials with friends and family who care about brain health and injury prevention.