The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation
There is still plenty of time for your department to complete & enter a grant request during the 2020 grant cycle of the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at The Giving Back Fund.
This marks the 14th season of grants for Ben’s foundation. The majority of the grants distributed will help police and fire department K-9 units to purchase dogs and dog safety vests, but other types of K-9 specific needs will be considered.
This year, Ben has opened up the eligibility to include all towns and communities in the United States and invites police and fire departments to submit proposals detailing their needs.
The Foundation began accepting proposals on September 1st, and will continue to accept them through the remainder of the year. The plan is to make rolling announcements in that time frame and beyond.
The mission of the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation is to support K-9 units of police and fire departments throughout the United States with a particular emphasis on support for service dogs in Pittsburgh, PA.
In addition, Ben’s foundation has hosted a number of events to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, his high school alma mater, and other organizations close to his heart.
Ben’s foundation has distributed in excess of $2.2 million since 2007, $1.8 million of which has specifically benefited K-9 programs.
Full grant guidelines and application cover page are available at https://www.givingback.org/ben-roethlisberger-foundation-application-2020/.
Applications and supporting documents must be mailed and postmarked between September 1st and December 31st.
For more information about the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation or The Giving Back Fund, please contact Jessica Duffaut at www.givingback.org.
And don’t forget…you can support Ben’s foundation and decorate your Christmas tree at the same time!
“When we make Steelers gifts, we always like to say ‘Made in Steelers country, for Steelers country.’ We’re just up the road from Pittsburgh, and our team here bleeds black and gold. We couldn’t be more excited to work with Ben’s foundation and help make a difference in the community. We think these ornaments are going to go quick.” — Christian Werner, Wendell August Forge President.
Add a little black & gold sparkle to that tree!
The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation and Wendell August Forge have teamed up to create a new limited edition collection of Pittsburgh Steelers ornaments.
The two-time Super Bowl Champion quarterback and […]
Wednesday’s Q&A with the media
“I think it’s what football fans want, what the NFL wants. I didn’t get to play in it last year. I missed this. As much as this game hurts physically at the end of the day, you miss this rivalry because this is fun. It’s football in its purest form. It should be a good matchup. We will have our hands full.” — Ben.
More from Teresa Varley at Steelers.com:
Ben Roethlisberger has played in his share of Steelers-Ravens game.
He knows it’s one of the prime rivalries in the NFL, an AFC North battle that is always physical, always hard-fought, and always has a huge impact in the AFC North standings.
Despite the physical nature, which included Roethlisberger having his nose broken in 2010, he did say that the game is never a dirty one, and that is what he loves about it.
“It’s tough. It’s a physical one. It can be nasty at times. I have always felt, as many times as my nose has been broken, I have had injuries, it’s been a close game. It’s always been football in its truest form. It’s never been dirty. It’s never been nasty. It’s just been hard-nosed football. This is one you always want your bye week to be after.”
On Tuesday, Coach Mike Tomlin said the Steelers are involved in the ‘game of the week’ for the third consecutive week after taking on the Browns, who were 4-1 at the time, and then the Titans, who were 5-0 before losing to the Steelers. This week it’s the AFC North’s top two teams with the Steelers, 6-0, and the Ravens, 5-1.
Baltimore traditionally has a strong defense and this year is no different. They bring the heat from every direction, and Roethlisberger knows the entire offense will have to be on their toes.
“This is a defense that brings guys from everywhere. It’s going to be one of those games where we’re going to have to be able to keep everybody in at times. Just because you are keeping everybody in, it still doesn’t mean you have all day to throw it. The ball has to get out of your hand in a timely manner. It’s not an easy thing to do. Sometimes you have to get lucky. You have to have the right protection called, even after a blitz. Sometimes you can pick it […]
Before the game
“The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things.”
– Ronald Reagan.
You can see more pre-game photos here.
6-OH BOY, Whew!!!
Classic. Just classic reaction from @_BigBen7. pic.twitter.com/dsEEjKPyjy
— Teresa Varley (@Teresa_Varley) October 25, 2020
Ben threw two touchdown passes to Diontae Johnson, and the Steelers remain perfect, holding off Tennessee 27-24 Sunday in a game originally scheduled for October 4th and rescheduled due to Titans players and personnel becoming the NFL’s first team with a COVID-19 outbreak during the season.
“A blowout became a nail-biter and eventually the Steelers’ sixth win in six tries.
Titans kicker Stephen Gostkowski missed wide right on a 45-yard field goal attempt with 14 seconds left in the fourth quarter and the Steelers held on for a 27-24 win.
The Steelers improved to 6-0.” — Mike Prisuta, Steelers.com.
Ben Roethlisberger says the win wasn't pretty today, but the @steelers found a way to remain undefeated. (@EvanWashburn) pic.twitter.com/1NxZpYGqHm
— NFLonCBS (@NFLonCBS) October 25, 2020
Lil’ Fan Friday – ‘Tiny Terrible Towel Twirlers’ Edition
“Hey!!! Did ya hear? The Steelers are 5-0!! Oh baby!!!” — Sebbie. (Photo: Mom Amanda)
“That’s right, I’m 7 weeks old…same number as my quarterback!! But I’m way cuter!! Sorry Big Ben!” — Harper. (Photo: Grandma Kathy)
“So Mom told me my doctor is a Patriots fan…loves Coach Belichick?! Swell! Not sure how I’m feeling about gettin’ this physical or this shot now?! Putting my hoodie up is definitely a good move, but I AM NOT cutting off my sleeves!! Go Steelers!!” — Ryan Legend. (Photo: Mom Tanisha)
“Warm Steelers sweatsuit – check! Relaxing on a Steelers afghan – check! Steelers helmet for good luck – check! Comfy sofa in front of the TV – check! Remote control…wait, remote control? Dadddd?!!!!” — Grayson. (Photo: Dad Joe)
“Hey MOM!!!!! What channel is the Steelers game on??? Oh, and how about some yummy snacks? Here we go Steelers, here we go!!!” — Ella. (Photo: Mom Alyssa)
“Lucy is already enjoying Steelers Sunday with dad! She will definitely own a Ben jersey as soon as she can fit one!” — Dad Neil.
Throwback Thursday: Halloween, 2017
