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FHF Makes Grant To Fan In Bethlehem, PA Former Eagles Cheerleader Has Something New To Cheer About |
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Former Eagles Cheerleader Has Something New To Cheer About Fans Helping Fans, a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to helping Philadelphia Eagles fans in financial need, announced its first grant of the 2005-2006 season. The grant went to Regina M., a former Eagles cheerleader currently living in Florida. “We made four grants last year, our first year,” said Reverend Jeff Rumble of California, Chair of FHF’s Grant Distribution Committee, and we’ve picked up right where we left off for our second season.” Regina M. used to live in Philadelphia and had cheered for the Eagles as an alternate cheerleader for a few games years ago. When she moved to Florida, she saw firsthand how damaging the Sunshine State’s famed hurricanes could be. “Regina was evacuated twice last year because of hurricanes,” said Rumble, “and the unexpected expense of staying in a hotel and losing food supplies when the power went out really put a strain on her. She’s a single mother of two children, so things got really tight.” Fans Helping Fans helped Regina M. by paying for overdue payments on her car, enabling her not only to catch up from the hurricane-related expenses, but also to keep her car and be able to continue to get to work as a teacher’s assistant. “Once a fan, always a fan,” remarked Emily Lawrence, a member of FHF’s Grant Distribution Committee. “We’re glad that FHF could help out a fan as far away as Florida and let her know that Eagles fans are always part of the ‘family’ no matter where they go.” Winners Of FHF Door Prizes Score At NFL 101 Fans Helping Fans, a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to helping Philadelphia Eagles fans in financial need, announces the winners of two terrific door prizes at the Eagles’ women-only seminar, NFL 101. For the second straight year, Fans Helping Fans welcomed female Eagles fans to two nights of football fun and inside info at NFL 101 at Lincoln Financial Field. FHF had plenty of information about the charity on hand, plus raffle tickets for an autographed Harley-Davidson motorcycle and chances for two terrific door prizes.
Many thanks to all of the women who supported FHF, and thanks to the Eagles for donating the football and giving us space at NFL 101. FHF Inaugural Year Grant Recap Fans Helping Fans, a nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to helping Philadelphia Eagles fans in financial need, finished its highly successful inaugural year by making four grants to Philadelphia Eagles fans in financial need, and it continues making grants in its second year. “We are thrilled that in our very first year, we were able to help fans throughout the area,” said Reverend Jeff Rumble of California, Chair of FHF’s Grant Distribution Committee.” “We’re also proud that the grantees were from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania,” he added, “so we’re not just limited to Philadelphia.” As reported previously, the first grant was to a fan in Delaware, Mike P., a graduate student who lost everything in an apartment fire. FHF granted $1,000.00 to replace professional and school textbooks and resources so Mike could continue his studies. As the first recipients of an FHF grant, Mike and his wife were treated to a very special presentation when Philadelphia Eagle Hank Fraley surprised Mike at the NovaCare Center to present the check. “I was stunned by the award,” said Mike. “You can see how much people care.” FHF’s second award, also reported earlier, went to a family in New Jersey that took in four young relatives from foster care so that they could remain united. The family needed help to construct a bedroom for the boys, and FHF helped out with a $1,000.00 gift card to Home Depot. For its third grant, FHF reached out to one of the smallest Eagles fans – one year-old Luke M., who was born with respiratory problems and needed to be on a ventilator at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. “Although Luke was physically able to be discharged from CHOP,” explained Steve Reynolds, another member of the FHF Board, “the hospital wouldn’t allow it until it was confirmed that Luke’s home had sufficient power and wiring to make sure the ventilator would always function.” FHF’s grant of $1,000.00 paid for an electrician to upgrade the wiring in the home of the Coal Township, PA baby. Rounding out the year was FHF’s fourth grant to Jeff C., a fan in Maryland who needed help buying medical supplies and paying his utility bill. “He got caught short after becoming unemployed,” explained Rumble, “and, as a diabetic, needed to keep buying test strips even though he didn’t have health insurance.” Fans Helping Fans replenished Jeff’s stock of medical supplies and also paid an outstanding utility bill. With one successful season under its belt, Fans Helping Fans already has begun making grants and considering applications for its second year. “As long as there are Eagles fans in need out there,’ said Rumble, “we’ll keep trying to help.” The official registration and financial information of Fans Helping Fans may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. Fans Helping Fans is a tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. |
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Need Some Help? We understand that virtually everyone goes through tough stretches in life. That's why Fans Helping Fans exists. By working together, we can help each other through those tough times. Whether your immediate need is caused by a medical situation, loss of a job, an unexpected need for home repairs, or any number of other financial challenges, you can request help from Fans Helping Fans. Click Here to download the Grant Application and more information. |
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