Its seems that the Superbowl and I will both be celebrating big birthdays this year, this sunday the Superbowl will turn 50. We all know that this weekend’s Superbowl game will be the Denver Broncos versus the Carolina Panthers. What you probably didn’t know is that the NFL was a non-profit organization from 1942 until just last April.  Who knew?

For reasons still a mystery to some, the NFL decided to remove their tax-exempt non-profit status.  However, despite your opinion on the controversial decision, the NFL Foundation still exists.  The Foundation was created to support the health of the NFL athletes, youth football and communities that support the sport. The foundation has  donated more than $368 million dollars since 1973, served 3.1 million people through grants given since 2011, awarded 364 players grants in 2011 and built over 356 fields since 1998.

So regardless of who you are cheering on this weekend, know that the NFL is still doing its part to support players, youth sports and communities. That is something everyone can root for.

Charity Matters.

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