NFL Super Bowl Champion Zach Ertz and U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team World Cup Champion Julie Ertz are proud to announce their 2024 community initiatives through the Ertz Family Foundation.
We are kicking off by teaming up with Safeway to host the annual Feast of Sharing Event on November 27, 2024. Additionally, the couple announced a $100,000 donation to the House of Hope in North Philadelphia; the couple continues their commitment to uplifting communities and empowering individuals. Additionally, the Foundation will be partnering with Mt. Joy and Acme for a perishable food drive on September 20th, 2024, in Philadelphia and will be hosting its Fourth Annual Winter Giving Event in Philadelphia.
As Zach begins his 12th NFL season—his first with the Washington Commanders—he and Julie are excited to expand their philanthropic efforts into the Washington, D.C., area while maintaining strong ties to Philadelphia.
Key Initiatives Include in Sequential Order:
- $100,000 Donation to the House of Hope: This substantial contribution will support ongoing programs, ensuring the community center remains a beacon of hope for underserved families in Hunting Park.
- Perishable Food Drive with Mt. Joy and Acme: In partnership with indie rock band Mt. Joy and Acme Markets, a perishable food drive will take place during Mt. Joy’s concert on September 20, 2024, at the Mann Center in Philadelphia. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to benefit the community kitchen at the House of Hope.
- Host of Feast of Sharing Event with Safeway in Washington, D.C.: As new members of the DC Community, the Foundation is committed to making a positive impact and is excited to announce this initiative led by Zach, Julie, and Safeway. The event, in collaboration with Safeway and Operation Warm, aims to provide meals and coats to 5,000 vulnerable DC residents, and the goal is to raise $150,000 to support this.
- Fourth Annual Winter Giving Event in Philadelphia: Committed to providing winter essentials to vulnerable Philadelphia residents, the Foundation is proud to host the event in December 2024 for the fourth consecutive year, providing winter coats, hats, and gloves to those in need in the Philadelphia community.
“From the beginning, Julie and I have been dedicated to making a positive impact on as may communities as possible through our non-profit, the Ertz Family Foundation. We are delighted to be in the DMV area, playing for the Commanders, and supporting the community through the “Feast of Sharing” event this year,” said Zach Ertz.
PHOTO: The Ertz Family Foundation
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