Involvement in community programs and support for charitable efforts is an important part of Elgin’s life. Starting with his playing days with the New England Patriots and through today, Elgin has devoted his time and talent to helping others. He’s been involved in supporting young, at-risk kids find their way to sports and education programs, raising money and awareness for community outreach efforts and more. Elgin lives by the philosophy that he has been blessed and it is his mission to give back.
Foster Buddies Network
The Foster Buddies Network of Orlando, Florida is a group of dedicated individuals who have come together to form the nonprofit organization whose mission is to make a difference in the lives of children in the foster care system. Elgin has become a “Foster Buddy” with the group that raises funds to create fun programs for the children that help create smiles through the times of adversity a foster child might face. Their programs and activities include sports teams, special events, providing gift cards and more. Information about the group can be found at www.fosterbuddies.com.
Orlando Sports Foundation, “Bowl For A Cure.”
[Elgin Davis joins campaign for Bowl For A Cure, Orlando Sports Foundation] (March,2009) Elgin joined the campaign by the Orlando Sports Foundation to bring an NCAA Division I Football Bowl Game to the University of Central Florida. The Foundation, formed in 2008 by a group of business and community leaders, is hoping to host a Bowl Game at Bright House Networks Stadium. Elgin spoke on behalf of the campaign at an event on the UCF campus, talking about the importance of the cause for the UCF community and Orlando.
The purpose of the “Bowl for a Cure” would be to raise funds to support local breast cancer charities and increase awareness of the disease and its impact. The organizers want to show the NCAA that this is a project with strong community support because of the thousands of families that are affected by breast cancer every year. Find more information at www.orlandosportsfoundation.com
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