Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett and his brother Martellus Bennett, tight end for the New England Patriots, were acknowledged for their off-the-field contributions Sunday night during the BET’s Awards show.

The Bennett brothers were the recipients of the Shine a Light Award sponsored by My Black is Beautiful, who will donate $10,000 on the brothers’ behalf in recognitions of their philanthropic efforts.

ESPN’s Cari Champion presented the award Sunday evening.

Both brothers have been outspoken on a number of issues including race relations and women’s equality. For the last six months, Michael Bennett has been working on a book reflecting his thoughts on these issues in America.

The book, entitled, “Things That Make White People Uncomfortable,” is expected to be released at the end of the year.

A father to three daughters, the Seahawks defensive end will donate all of his 2017 endorsement money to helping minority communities and specifically, to empowering women of color.