Ever since Braylon Edwards joined the ranks of the NFL, I have only heard good things about him. Something that I want to try to do is pick one athlete a month that represents what it is to be a Probus Athlete. Braylon seems to really care about the community and tries to do everything he can to help where he can.
Braylon Edwards has exploded onto the scene as a bonafide football star and he still has time to give back. While most athletes would love the opportunity to show off their possessions on MTV's Cribs, Braylon shrugs that away to become an important figurehead in the community.
Braylon donated $500,000 to the University of Michigan to create a scholarship endowment for the player who wears the No. 1 jersey or the player who exhibits exceptional off-field behavior. I really appreciate when anyone remembers to thank the people who gave them the opportunity to become what they are currently. It’s great that Braylon understands to pay it forward. Braylon has also started the Braylon Edwards Foundation. You can read more about it on his website, http://www.braylonedwardsfoundation.org. Some of the highlights include:
-Advance 100 Program – 100 eighth grade students with academic scholarships upon completion of their senior year of high school.
-Hosting Women Moving Forward
Braylon has also won the 2008 Giant Steps Award for his ability to use his NFL success to steer social change in a positive direction and the JB Award for athletes who excel in leadership on and off the field.
Braylon Edwards was definitely worth paying him the extra money in my dynasty league. I am glad there are players like Braylon in the NFL and hope that his efforts do not go unappreciated.
If you would like to donate to the Braylon Edwards foundation, follow this link http://www.braylonedwardsfoundation.org/page.php?id=11
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