The Washington Football team has a unique history of firsts to celebrate and will continue to recognize, promote and support the African American community.

Washington Commanders visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture

The Washington Commanders celebrated one year of their Shop Black directory with a Shop Black Small Business Bootcamp to help equip small Black-owned businesses with the necessary tools for success.

On Nov. 2, 2021, the Washington Football Team hosted Sean K. Ellis and Rosemary Scapiccio to have a conversation about criminal justice reform

Senior advisor to the President Doug Williams and Washington alumnus Jason Campbell discuss the progression of the African American quarterback in the NFL with senior vice president of media and content Julie Donaldson.

Sr. Advisor to the President Doug Williams and Washington alumnus Jason Campbell join senior vice president of media and content Julie Donaldson to discuss the NFL's role in assuring representation of African Americans in the head coaching and front offices ranks.

On Monday, November 30th, Julie Donaldson, Head Coach Ron Rivera, and Jason Wright surprised three ROTC students with accolades recognizing them for academic leadership and demonstrated excellence in their career paths. Watch as President Jason Wright surprises Cadet Nnamdi Olebara, Sophomore at Howard University, he'll be receiving the United States Air Force ROTC HBCU Scholarship, a full-ride scholarship for the remainder of his college career.