The 2025 espnW: Women + Sports Summit in Ojai, CA, was a remarkable and inspiring event for women athletes and for Toyota. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Toyota Everyday Heroes program, the company recognized girls and women who are making a meaningful impact in sports. Each honoree received a $15,000 award in acknowledgment of their accomplishments.
The 10th Class of Toyota Everyday Heroes
Toyota ambassador Jess Sims attended the summit to present awards during the espnW: Women + Sport Summit, a distinguished event held for 13 years. Across the three-day gathering, Toyota showcased the 2026 RAV4, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner, and most importantly, the exceptional girls and women chosen as Toyota Everyday Heroes. The announcements were inspiring and motivating for all attendees.
“Toyota is proud to honor Jessica Carter of HER Sports and Amberly Klam of Texas Fury as the 2025 Everyday Heroes for their outstanding work using sports to create opportunities and empowerment within their communities,” said MJ Kroll, senior manager of media at Toyota Motor North America.
Jessica Carter, a former college basketball player from Virginia, founded HER Sports to help girls in her community gain the full benefits of sports. Her mission is focused on providing equal opportunities for every girl. HER Sports currently serves around 400 girls through four key programs.
Amberly Klam was also recognized in this year’s class of Everyday Heroes. She founded the Texas Fury flag football organization and actively encourages girls to participate in this growing sport. Inspired by her daughter Ashlea’s enthusiasm for flag football, Klam works to give other girls the same opportunity to play.
Toyota was thrilled to once again take part in the espnW Women + Sport Summit and showcase some of its latest innovations to attendees. The three-day event was meaningful for both athletes and the company, and Toyota looks forward to continuing its involvement in espnW programs that empower people through sports.
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Toyota remains committed to helping girls and women reach their full potential in athletics. The company continues to support programs that foster growth, opportunity, and achievement. For more information about Toyota’s participation in the espnW: Women + Sports Summit, please contact our Toyota dealership.
