Number of Receptions: 350
Total Dollars Pledged: $17,500.00
Total Dollars Actually Donated: $25,000.00
The Allstate Foundation announced the first-ever "Good Hands® Donation Program" to the Philadelphia community this past football season. The Allstate Foundation, through the Eagles Radio Network, made a $50 donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia for every pass caught by an Eagles player's "Good Hands®." All proceeds from this program were used to expand the Boys & Girls Clubs StreetSMART program.
StreetSMART is an intensive, three-part program designed to help young people ages 11-13 effectively resist gangs and violence, resolve conflicts, and be positive peer helpers in their communities. According to the Boys & Girls Clubs, much of the street crime in Philadelphia is fueled by alcohol, drugs, and gang-related turf conflicts.
Jeffrey Waldron, chief professional officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia, says, "We have demonstrated that sites which implemented programs such as Street SMART have experienced 13% fewer juvenile crimes and 22% less drug activity than similar locations without a Boys & Girls Club. We are happy that the Allstate Foundation sees the value in our program. The only fight we want to hear about this football season is the Eagles Fight Song!"
"The Allstate Foundation is focused on tolerance, inclusion, diversity, and safe and vital communities and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia fits perfectly with our community commitment," said Stephanie Demchik-Pascual, Allstate Foundation Director for Pennsylvania.
About the Allstate Foundation
The Allstate Foundation is an independent, charitable organization made possible by subsidiaries of The Allstate Corporation. The Allstate Foundation sponsors community initiatives to promote "safe and vital communities;" "tolerance, inclusion, and diversity;" and "economic empowerment." The Allstate Foundation believes in the financial potential of every individual and in helping America's families achieve their American dream.
