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2007 COMMUNITY RELATIONS PROGRAMS

When Robert McNair formed the league’s 32nd franchise, he envisioned that the Texans’ success would reside in its character, attitude and enthusiasm both on and off of the field.

The Texans take tremendous pride in the greater Houston community. Whether showing support through community, civic or charitable efforts, the organization is committed to aiding the community that has been there to cheer on the Texans’ efforts from the outset. Here is a glance at some of the club’s continuing community endeavors.

2007 Houston Texans Blood Drive
The Houston Texans will conduct their 6th Annual Blood Drive with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, the Methodist Hospital and Reliant Energy on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2007 at the Methodist Training Center. The blood drive will benefit local hospitals and health facilities in Houston. The 12-hour event will be held at Reliant Stadium and several Methodist Hospital locations. Houston Texans players, cheerleaders, TORO and local celebrities will be on hand to thank donors for their participation. Click here to learn more.

Houston Texans Career Symposium
The Texans hosted more than 150 undergraduate students from local universities for the Fourth Annual “Join the Team: Integrating Business and Sports” Career Seminar on Saturday, March 31, 2007 at Reliant Stadium. The students took part in seminars led by guest speakers from the sports marketing, business and journalism fields. The forum gave students an opportunity to get an early jump on pursuing a career in the sports industry. For more information, please contact sbelton@houstontexans.com.

Houston Texans Outreach Tour
Community Relations and Public Relations assist Corporate Development with their annual “Houston Texans Outreach Tour”. Texans players, cheerleaders and mascot TORO visited 12 cities in seven days. Sites included hospitals, schools and community centers.

Training Camp visits for Non Profit, Community and School Groups

Local community groups attend practices during the Houston Texans Training Camp. Youth get a chance to see Texans on the practice field and play with inflatables set-up at the Methodist Training Center. If you are interested in having your camp group or charitable organization attend a morning or afternoon practice during the 2007 Houston Texans Training Camp, please call (832) 667-2141 or e-mail sbelton@houstontexans.com. Space is limited and available on a first come first –served basis.

Tackle Prostate Cancer Campaign
The Houston Texans, The Methodist Hospital and Reliant Energy will sponsor the Tackle Prostate Cancer Campaign, during the month of June. The purpose of the campaign is to heighten awareness that early detection and treatment can lead to complete recovery of the cancer. The promotion will consist of free prostate cancer screenings, public service announcements and stadium mentions. Last year, over 2,000 men were screened at Reliant Park. The free prostate cancer screenings will take place at Reliant Center during June 2007. Please contact 832-667-5864 for additional information.

HISD Cultural Arts Poster Contest

In an effort to promote cultural awareness through art, the Houston Texans along with Aramark, are sponsors of the HISD Poster Contest. Throughout the year students from HISD middle schools participate in the program. The young artists are required to create posters that incorporate various influences from the Asian/Pacific, Black, Hispanic and American Cultures. The contests will take place, in November, February and May.

Fun in the Bubble
In an effort to engage kids in more physical activities through sports, the Texans created a multi-faceted health initiative designed for youth ages 11-14 called Get in the Game. The one-day sports camp held at the Texans Indoor Practice Facility consisted of cheerleading and football clinics, in addition to workshops on nutrition, fitness and personal hygiene. The Houston Texans Player’s Wives Association- The Lady Texans, Player Development and Community Relations departments coordinated the event.

Girls…Get in the Game!
Girls…Get in the Game! is a one-day sports camp for middle school youth (ages 8-14) that introduces them to a variety of physical activities, including cheerleading and football drills. The program also focuses on physical fitness, nutrition, positive self-esteem and personal achievement. The program is coordinated by the Lady Texans, the players’ wives association and the Community Relations Department. Please contact (832) 667-2141 for more information.

NFL Hometown Huddle

The Houston Texans and United Way will sponsor “Hometown Huddle.” This event is a partnership between by NFL teams on a designated day and involves players participating in a community service activity with a United Way Agency.

Walter Payton-NFL Man of the Year Award
The Walter Payton –NFL Man of the Year Award is the only League-sponsored award honoring players who excel in service within the community as well as on the field. Established in 1970, this prestigious NFL award was created to recognize the commitment of NFL players to community service.

Pre-Thanksgiving Activity
Several Houston Texans players serve a traditional thanksgiving dinner to either youth or adults at a local facility or distribute turkeys to families in need. This holiday event allows players to get close and personal with individuals and families associated with the selected organization. Several Houston Texans players either serve a traditional thanksgiving dinner to youth or adults at a local facility or distribute turkeys to families in need.

Shop with the Texans
A shopping spree is coordinated during the Christmas holidays for disadvantaged children. Houston Texans players help them shop for their holiday purchases. Academy Sports and Outdoors provides $100 gift certificates to 25 youth from local shelters.

Holiday Lunch with the Texans
Underprivileged youth are treated to a holiday lunch with Houston Texans players, cheerleaders and mascot TORO, at a local restaurant.

The youngsters were able to have their photos taken with the Texans crew who signed autographs and passed out Texans memorabilia and goodie bags.

Hospital Visits
Throughout the year, Houston Texans players make routine hospital visits in local hospitals to spread cheer and uplift the morale of patients. The players spend time signing autographs and distributing team memorabilia. Texans players visited a rehabilitation facility and a veteran health center as well.

In Addition: Some of the other Houston area organizations the Texans have assisted include The American Heart Association, Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, The Children’s Assessment Center, Chinese Community Center, Hispanic/Chicano Family Services Center, Houston Area Women’s Center, The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research, I Have A Dream-Houston, Special Olympics and Star of Hope Mission.

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