Tokyo 2020/Visa: two $50,000 donations to causes chosen by two athletes nominated by fans

Visa, a US-based payment solutions and financial services company, has activated its partnership with the IOC through the launch of the "Visa Award", which allows fans to vote for their favourite moments featuring Olympians and Paralympians "that rise above the competition during Tokyo 2020," said the body on 26/07/2021.

"The new accolade, which will be bestowed on one Olympian and one Paralympian following a fan vote, celebrates friendship, inclusion, acceptance and courage," explained the IOC.

"The Visa Award winners will be celebrated during a virtual award ceremony. In recognition of their inspiring moments, the two winners will be given a platform to host a virtual session to promote a cause that is dear to them. In addition, Visa will give each winning Olympian and Paralympian the opportunity to choose an eligible charity to which Visa will donate $50,000 (€42,500), in an effort to directly impact the community and promote equality and inclusion," said the body.

"Voting for The Visa Award begins today (26/07/2021) on the Tokyo 2020 FanZone platform. A selection of the most…