This weekend, the Nationwide Soccer League celebrates “My Trigger, My Cleats” – an annual sport by which gamers showcase a social trigger near their hearts. Contributors will don personalized cleats representing their chosen organizations, that are then donated to the NFL Public sale and bought. All proceeds from the sale are immediately donated to the respective charities chosen by the gamers.
This yr, American Humane is proud to have Kenyan Drake, a operating again for the Baltimore Ravens, enjoying in honor of Pups4Patriots!
Kenyan is a devoted supporter of Pups4Patriots, even internet hosting a veteran appreciation occasion earlier this yr with teammate Ronnie Stanley in Owing Mills, Maryland. The pair maintain a particular place of their hearts for many who beforehand or are at present serving in our army, as Stanley’s dad is a army veteran and Drake’s sister is at present serving.
“That is actually the least I can do, simply be capable of use my platform to advertise positivity in any realm, particularly with regards to veterans and the final word sacrifice they had been in a position to make, for us to have the ability to do issues like this. It undoubtedly hits residence for me to have the ability to do as a lot as I can due to the service they supply for our nation, for us to be free.”
– Kenyan Drake
Pups4Patriots is dedicated to matching veterans with exceptionally skilled service canines who can effectively perceive their distinctive particular person wants, without charge to the veteran. Analysis reveals {that a} specifically skilled service canine can considerably cut back stress and nervousness ranges, easing social reintegration and offering consolation for affected veterans.
American Humane couldn’t be extra grateful to Kenyan for his continued assist for Pups4Patriots and the eye he brings to our necessary work.
You’ll be able to watch the Baltimore Ravens play their “My Trigger, My Cleats” sport in opposition to the Denver Broncos on Sunday, December 4 at 1:00 p.m. EST on CBS.
Study extra about American Humane’s Pups4Patriots program right here.