The Opening Night Ceremony for the 2009 US Open celebrates athletes who give back, featuring Andre Agassi as well as Doug Flutie, Mia Hamm and David Robinson. The evening highlights the AAFE’s efforts in education, including Agassi Prep. The ceremony is broadcast live on ESPN2.
The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars recognizes Andre Agassi and Stefanie Graf for their commitment to public discourse, scholarship and promoting education in the United States and around the world.
UNLV and the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents recognizes Andre Agassi for his enduring philanthropic work with children and the impact Agassi Prep is making on students and the community.
Andre Agassi joins Muhammad Ali, Lance Armstrong, Warrick Dunn, Jeff Gordon, Mia Hamm, Tony Hawk, Andrea Jaeger, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Mario Lemieux, Alonzo Mourning and Cal Ripken, Jr. as a founder of “Athletes for Hope,” which empowers the sports community to engage in philanthropy.
USA Weekend presents Andre Agassi with its 2001 “Most Caring Athlete Award” in recognition of his devotion to helping others.
Andre Agassi establishes the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation (AACF) to improve the lives of children, with an initial focus on educational, recreational and social service programs.
