Keeping Up with the Founder
November 30th, 2009Linebacker Chris Draft has been busy since he’s been in Buffalo. Here are a few of the things he’s been able to do for the community:

Buffalo City Mission, November 24th - We were able to serve a Thanksgiving-style lunch to the many people who use the services offered by the Buffalo City Mission. Buffalo Bills players have volunteered at this event for over 10 years, starting with Bruce Smith and Frank Reich. Buffalo City Mission exists to meet the spiritual and practical need of the poor through the demonstration of love and worship.

Football Clinic for the Disabled, November 23rd - Draft was able to attend the final night of the Flag Football Clinic for the disabled in the Buffalo Bills Fieldhouse. There was an awards presentations for all of the participants, and Draft was able to meet and play flag football with the athletes.

Toronto Beyond 3:30 Program, November 18 - Draft headed North to Toronto to attend the announcing of the Beyond 3:30 program. Beyond 3:30 is designed to provide a safe, stimulating place for middle school students to gather between the hours of 3:30 and 8:00 p.m.

Rush Henrietta Allergy and Asthma Fair, November 3rd - Draft attended the Rush Henrietta Asthma and Allergy Fair in Rochester, N.Y. The fair is a free asthma and allergy education night for local families. Draft was able to meet and talk with families that have been affected by asthma, as well as share his story of fighting the disease.