Some Good News - Darrell Reid Food Fest

by John Bena on Nov 24, 2009 9:47 AM MST in Denver Broncos in the News

I know there is plenty of negativity going around regarding the Broncos, but as we approach the holiday season I think it is important to recognize these players and people in our society as well - showing what they are doing in the community. Broncos LB Darrell Reid is very active, as are many of the Broncos, and Reid's Footz Foundation is holding one such event that can make us all proud to be Broncos fans, win or lose.

Reid, and his charity the Footz Foundation, will be giving traditional Thanksgiving food, including turkeys, to 20 less fortunate Denver area families this Thanksgiving. The 3- to 10-member families will also receive additional food to help them make it through the holiday season without going hungry. The families are members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, Wilfley Branch. Darrell will also speak to the kids about the importance of not giving up, both in life and on themselves. A natural leader on and off the field, he will inspire them. Darrell will also take pictures and sign autographs.

Darrell believes in this cause and wants to make it a special night for these kids, many of whom have had traumatic experiences and have been separated from loved ones. Now embarking on a very tough journey to start over, with some very unstable roads at times, these kids will draw strength and confidence from their time with Darrell. He is not just a figurehead in whatever he does, he is a participant and a role model. He leads by example and rolls up his sleeves and gets involved. Darrell wants to provide a "bright spot" for the kids in the center. He wants them to know that there is always a reason to hope and believe, and to never give up.

"Sometimes just bringing a smile to a child's face, and hearing laughter is gift enough - especially if it is allowing their minds to wander away from their troubles, even for a moment," says Darrell.

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Wow! Imagine that. 20 turkeys

That’s the kind of selfless contribution that restores your faith in mankind.

by warmick on Nov 24, 2009 10:04 AM MST reply actions

I can’t tell if that’s the most sarcastic comment ever… I’m thinking it is.

by aLuffabo on Nov 24, 2009 1:39 PM MST up reply actions

Thanks John,

Articles like these help remind me that the players and coaches
of my favorite team are people, not just pieces to a board game.

A Smile, an expense that costs so little, but can mean so much…

Real Power, comes with the realization that One cannot change the Moment;
only ones perception of it: Atitude! JQM

by UB3 on Nov 24, 2009 10:10 AM MST reply actions

Thanks from me also, Guru.

Always best to remember that when we judge a team as good, bad, or average, we are not judging the team’s humanity and capacity for good. Your post makes that distinction a consious distinction. Thanks again for all you have done with MHR.

by idahobronc on Nov 24, 2009 10:22 AM MST reply actions

if anyone else wants to donate — my wife and I always “adopt” a few families for Christmas and get them presents … I can get the information if anyone else wants to adopt families

A truth can only be expressed and enveloped in words if it is one-sided. Everything that is thought and expressed in words is one-sided, only half the truth; it all lacks totality, completeness, unity.

by Todd Jewell on Nov 24, 2009 11:28 AM MST reply actions

I think warmick needs the info

All you get from drafting the "best player available" is a team full of good football players.

Cotton McKnight: I'm being told that Average Joe's does not have enough players and will be forfeiting the championship match.
Pepper Brooks: It's a bold strategy, Cotton. Let's see if it pays off for 'em.

by orangeblood on Nov 24, 2009 1:19 PM MST up reply actions

Another Thank You

It sure was nice to see this at the top of the home page today. After all, it is just a game. Thanks for the perspective.

by NoCalBroncoFan on Nov 24, 2009 12:54 PM MST reply actions

Darrell Reid...nice class!

Those that cant coach, compete!
Failing to plan is planning to fail.
All I want is 53 Rod Smiths. Is that asking too much????
"Peyton Hillis didn’t rip the sleeves off his jersey, they flew off out of fear."
Calijoefornia.

by boydy2669 on Nov 24, 2009 1:08 PM MST reply actions