Damar Hamlin Honored as NFLPA Community MVP for Week 18
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has been recognized for his off-field philanthropy amid a heartwarming return to community service.
Jamie Bailey
- 2024-01-05
- Updated 07:48 PM ET
(NewsNibs) - Damar Hamlin has earned the title of NFLPA Community MVP for the final week of the regular season due to his generous actions and commitment to public service. This is the fourth successful year that Hamlin has spearheaded a holiday toy drive in his native Pennsylvania. His dedication to giving back to the community was brought to life as he provided more than 2,000 toys, 50 bicycles, and hundreds of books to children while wearing a Santa Claus outfit. The event was organized through his charitable initiative, the Chasing M’s Foundation.
Chasing M’s Foundation Widens Its Outreach
The spotlight shone brighter on Hamlin's foundation after his life-threatening incident on the field last season, which resulted in an outpouring of public support and donations. In response to his own medical emergency, the Chasing M’s Foundation has since broadened its mission to include critical life-saving training, emphasizing the importance of CPR instruction and broader access to automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
The NFLPA will contribute $10,000 to Hamlin's foundation or a charity of his choosing, a gesture that commends his notable impact on the community. Further, Hamlin's recurring efforts in philanthropy have placed him in the running for the highly esteemed Alan Page Community Award at the season's end, an accolade he secured the previous year for his exemplary community service.
A Continuation of Commendable Work
Recognized both on and off the field, Damar Hamlin's continued commitment to philanthropy establishes him as a distinguished model of community engagement within the NFL. Through his foundation's evolving outreach and the recognition by his peers, Hamlin exemplifies the spirit of giving and caring that extends well beyond the realm of sports.
