Michael Phelps used $1m Olympic bonus to start foundation reaching 100,000 youth

 Michael Phelps, after winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, established the Michael Phelps Foundation. This foundation focuses on promoting swimming, water safety, and healthy living for young people. Programs like ‘im’ aim to instill confidence and coping skills among children. The foundation has expanded to include mental health education during the COVID-19 pandemic. Partnerships with organizations ensure these programs reach diverse communities across the globe. Michael Phelps, after winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, established the Michael Phelps Foundation. This foundation focuses on promoting swimming, water safety, and healthy living for young people. Programs like ‘im’ aim to instill confidence and coping skills among children. The foundation has expanded to include mental health education during the COVID-19 pandemic. Partnerships with organizations ensure these programs reach diverse communities across the globe.