‘Champions for the Homeless’ handed out hundreds of plates, gift cards, food, and more to people in need in the Valley.
Former Kansas City Chief’s kicker Nick Lowery founded a group called Nick Lowery Youth Foundation 16 years ago, creating ‘Champions for the Homeless’ as a component of the organization. Lowery said, “Our job is to make the homeless brothers and sisters going through the most difficult time possibly in homelessness history with an exponential increase in homelessness. St. Vincent de Paul…is a sanctuary of unconditional love.”
This was the 59th event for the group serving the Valley. Want to volunteer or learn more about the organization? Click here.
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During Thanksgiving Day, a number of former NFL players gathered to help those in need during the annual Champions for the Homeless event.
“We have a doubling of homeless, especially among elderly homeless,” said Nick Lowery, a Hall of Fame kicker who once played for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Lowery was one of several retired NFL players in Phoenix this holiday week, with a goal of helping those without a home this holiday season.
“When we find a way to help one person, it changes the chemistry in our brain, and we all have ability to make a difference,” said Lowery. “When you see people feeling safe and loved and understood and respected, those other layers just disappear, and they all have individual stories. I think Thanksgiving has really gotten away from what it’s really about: expressing gratitude and love. That’s what it is about.”
A warm Christmas meal went to thousands of people who are homeless on Christmas Day, thanks to St. Vincent de Paul. Hundreds of Valley volunteers helped make it happen. The event was called “Champions for the Homeless,” hosted by former NFL great Nick Lowery. holiday season.
It’s put on by Kansas City Hall of Famer Nick Lowery. He gets plenty of his NFL buddies to join in.
Christmas is a time for giving. Despite the pandemic, local organizations are giving more than ever on Christmas Day. The Nick Lowery Youth Foundation and St. Vincent de Paul held their 15th consecutive Christmas Champions event to serve the homeless.
People formed lines to get their Christmas meal and gifts this year in order to adhere to safety protocols. It looked quite different compared to last year, when people were packed inside the dining room, close together, hugging. But, the message every year is the same: we’re all in this together.
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The Nick Lowery Youth Foundation distributed hundreds of plates, gift cards, food and other necessities to those in need in the Valley area. Nick stated that the goal of the event is to provide support to individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly during this difficult time where homelessness is on the rise. The event was held in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul, an organization that provides a sanctuary of unconditional love.
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