In just two weeks
…you can join Ben, his family, and friends in support of The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
“It’s no secret how much the kids mean to me. When someone has a wish and they want to spend it with the Steelers that touches you and is special. For us to be able to do this and be able to have six kids’ wishes come true is awesome. Being there to meet them, shake their hand, sign an autograph means a lot to me.” — Ben, on his support for Make-A-Wish®.
Ben will be hosting his Second Annual Ben Roethlisberger Foundation Fundraiser on June 2nd, at Jergel’s Rhythm Grille in Warrendale, PA.
Proceeds from the event will benefit K-9 Police and Fire Units throughout the country, and Make-A-Wish®.
This fantastic evening will feature a strolling dinner, a live and silent auction, and the music of The American Flyers show band, which will have you dancing in no time!
“He brings a unique perspective because he grants wishes and he is good at that. He gets to make the wish happen. Now with the partnership with his foundation, he is taking it to the next level to allow other wishes to be granted. It’s an amazing thing.” — Leigh Ann Lubarsky, Manager of Program Services for Make-A-Wish, talking about Ben’s impact on the children.
A few of Ben’s teammates, including Brett Keisel, Heath Miller, James Harrison, and Charlie Batch stopped by to show their support last year, as did ESPN’s Merril Hoge. You never know who will show up this year!
Date: Sunday, June 2nd, 2013
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Place: Jergel’s Rhythm Grille, 103 Slade Lane, Warrendale, PA
Ticket price: $200/per person
Attire: Casual and Comfortable
Please respond by Friday, May 31, 2013
*Must be 21 years of age or older to attend!
You won’t want to miss it so purchase your tickets now!
You can see more photos from last year’s event here.
How about a round of golf the following day?
You can join Ben once again, but this time on the golf course at the Sewickley Heights Golf Club for the Second Annual Ben Roethlisberger Foundation Invitational!
As with the event at Jergels on Sunday night, Monday’s tournament will benefit both Make-A-Wish Foundation and the […]
Today is Armed Forces Day!
But EVERY DAY should be Armed Forces Day!
Thank you to all the men and women who serve, and have served our great country!
And thank you to Jake Robinson (in the #7 jersey), who sent this photo of his Unit serving in Afghanistan.
Honor Our Military
Let’s honor our military,
The men and women who serve,
Whose dedication to our country
Does not falter, halt or swerve.
Let’s respect them for their courage;
They’re ready to do what’s right
To keep America safe,
So we can sleep better at night.
Let’s support and defend our soldiers,
Whose hardships are brutal and cruel,
Whose discipline we can’t imagine,
Who follow each order and rule.
Here’s to those who choose to be warriors
And their helpers good and true;
They’re fighting for American values;
They’re fighting for me and you.
*This beautiful poem was written by Joanna Fuchs.
Special offer: The Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp
“We took our granddaughter, age 12, and our grandson, age 7, to Ben’s Youth Camp. What organized chaos! It was an awesome experience for both. Both caught Ben’s passes. They talked about the camp all the way back to Northern Ohio. They have already decided to come back next year, at our expense! We also really enjoyed the experience!” – Linda Hawk, Ohio
There’s still time to sign your child up to join Ben this summer for some football instruction and fun at his Annual Football Camp, sponsored by ProCamps Worldwide…and we’ve got a special offer for those who register this month!
Sign up with the code #SteelerNation and you will get $10 off the registration fee!
But here’s the exciting part:
All campers who register with that code will be entered to win this awesome Steelers football (below) signed by both Big Ben & Coach Tomlin!
Fifth Third Bank and #1 Cochran present the 2013 Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp!
The Camp is open to boys and girls, ages 7-14.
Ben will be joined by a selection of the top prep and college coaches from the area.
Each day, the campers will experience various stations, specializing in fundamental skills of football. Individual groups will be small to assure that each camper gets maximum instruction.
Ben will give daily talks highlighting the finer points of the game of football and beyond. Parents and guests will be able to listen to camp guests in designated areas at each location.
And you never know which of Ben’s teammates will show up to help out #7! Kids that attend Ben’s Camp have had the opportunity to meet and get instruction from Brett Keisel, Charlie Batch, Willie Colon, and even Coach Tomlin!
Dates: June 17th and 18th, 2013
Times: 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Place: Seneca Valley High School, Harmony, PA
Cost: $199.*
*If you use the code SteelerNation when you register, you’ll receive a $10 discount off the registration fee, courtesy of ProCamps!
“My son Christian had the time of his life at your camp. You threw him a pass and I managed to get the shot on my camera. What a memory. Awesome two days. Thanks so much, Ben!!!” — Kris Bober
Each camper […]
Ultimate Big Ben Raffle
To benefit The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
Here is your chance to attend a Steelers game with pre-game field passes and autographed Ben Roethlisberger memorabilia!
Tickets are just $2.00 each (minimum purchase of 5 tickets)
Entry deadline: 11:00 AM ET on Monday, June 10, 2013
Drawing date: Monday, June 10, 2013
Grand Prize:
– Winner will receive 2 game tickets to a mutually agreed upon Pittsburgh Steelers Game
– Winner will receive 2 Pre-Game Field passes to a mutually agreed upon Pittsburgh Steelers Game
– Winner will receive signed game-worn cleats from Ben
– Winner will receive a signed game football from Ben
– Winner will receive a signed jersey from Ben
– Winner will be awarded a cash prize in the amount of $598.50 to mitigate the Winner’s tax liability that results from winning the raffle. This prize is withheld and paid, on behalf of the Winner, directly to the IRS ($504.00) and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ($94.50). The actual amount awarded may be adjusted proportionally based on the value of the actual prizes received.
This is a fun way to support The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
Get your tickets today and good luck!
Thank you to The Event Group and the wonderful folks at Celebrities for Charity!
A Mother’s Day message
…from the littlest Roethlisberger!
From diapers to bottles, spit up to wipes, late nights to splashing in the tub. I just want to say I have the best mommy in the whole world! I know I cry at times and you don’t know why, but I want you to know you always make me feel safe and loved, and I thank you for that mom. I love you so much and hope you have a great first Mother’s Day!
P.S. A Happy Mother’s Day to all the mommies out there from all us kids! We love our moms and grandmas! Extra special love to Grandma R. and Nana H., XOXO — Benjamin “JR” (with help from my Dad).
The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at work
Two new police dogs on the job in South Euclid, Ohio. One of those dogs was purchased with a grant from the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation!
“On behalf of the South Euclid Police Department, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation for their generous donation to our K-9 program and their continued support of law enforcement.” — Chief Kevin Nietert, South Euclid Police Department.
From Jeff Piorkowski, Sun News (Northeast Ohio):
The South Euclid Police Department has added two new K-9 officers-in-training, Kolbe, left, and Oktane.
With the addition of the dogs, SEPD Chief Kevin Nietert’s wish to have a dog on all three shifts is being fulfilled. One of the new dogs replaces the recently retired Rex. Another dog, 6-year-old, Recon remains on the force.
Kolbe is 13 months old, while Oktane is still a puppy at 11 months.
Kolbe was obtained with grant money from Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, whose foundation purchases dogs for police departments in cities (and surrounding suburbs) which the Steelers visit during their season.
“This Thanksgiving, the men and women of the South Euclid Police Department have something very special to be thankful for. The grant from The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation will allow the K-9 unit to continue the important work we do.” – South Euclid Police K-9 Officer Michael Fink (posing with Kolbe at left) in November, 2012 when the grant was announced.
Nietert said both dogs — Kolbe is a Belgian Malinois, and Oktane, a German shepherd — were born in Czechoslovakia. “The dogs act as a force multiplier and are great for public relations,” Nietert said.
You can learn more about Ben’s foundation here.