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The Texans are committed to reversing the effects of the childhood obesity epidemic and engaging youth and families in every community to make the next generation the most active and healthy. NFL Play 60 is a national youth health and fitness campaign focused on increasing the wellness of young fans by encouraging them to be active for at least 60 minutes a day. For more information please visit www.nflrush.com |
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Play it Smart is an NFL program that empowers student athletes to use their dedication and passion for football and transform it into a catalyst for scholastic, community and career development. Play it Smart gives high school students an opportunity to be part of a team, to develop their bodies and minds and to lift their aspirations for the future. Texans players frequently visit high schools in the Houston area during the school year to speak to student athletes on the importance of education as a part of the Play it Smart program. |
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NFL Youth Education Towns (YETs) are education and recreation centers constructed in Super Bowl host cities that serve as a lasting legacy of each game. With each Super Bowl, the NFL donates $1 million towards YET development in an underserved area of that city. Presently, there are 15 YETs in 12 cities, and in Houston there are two YET facilities that provide educational programs, access to physical fitness and personal development programs, recreation opportunities, technology and many other resources. The NFL partners with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America on the YET initiative to ensure that all centers offer programs and services that effectively meet the needs of youth in the areas of education, technical training, life-skills development and recreation. |
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Annually, players from 32 NFL teams participate in a community service activity with a United Way Agency. The Texans have joined forces with the United Way of Greater Houston on many local initiatives since 2002. Hometown Huddle has become a signature event for both organizations, providing a unique opportunity for area youth to interact with their hometown heroes and learn firsthand that success in athletics-or in any field-requires great determination and discipline. Each year, the Texasn Rookie class visit students at a local Intermediate School in Houston where they interact and motivate students to particpate in Play 60 activities and encourage them to adopt healthy lifestyles and set positive life goals. |
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Each year, Reliant Energy partners with the Houston Texans to award scholarships to eight (8) Houston-area high school student-athletes who have exhibited remarkable leadership in athletics, academics and community involvement. This year the scholarship amount was raised to $5,000 so students can better pursue their dreams with fewer economic limitations. Eligible Scholarhip Champions nominees must:
Nominations for student-athletes must be completed online by an administrator, coach, or teacher by August 28, 2009. To nominate a student, please visit http://www.reliantpowerzone.com/texans |
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Houston Texans players, cheerleaders and TORO participate in this annual city-wide event organized by Prepared 4 Life (P4L) and its many community partners. P4L is a local non-profit organization that empowers youth to become contributing members of society through asset-based, experiential after-school programs. Businesses and families in all communities work together to produce Lemonade Day, which is a fun, family-oriented activity designed to train thousands of young people on how to be successful entrepreneurs. For more information on how to get involved with Lemonade Day visit: http://www.lemonadeday.org/public/pag51.aspx |
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A Shopping spree is coordinated with Academy Sports + Outdoors during the Christmas holidays annually, for disadvantaged children. Houston Texans players push shopping carts and assist the children with their shopping for their holiday purchases. Academy Sports + Outdoors provides $100 gift certificates to youth for local non-profit organizations. The unforgettable experience ensures each child has a unique holiday season. |
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Each year during the holiday season, the Texans purchase bikes for underprivileged youth in the Houston area from a local Academy Sports + Outdoors using players' fine money accumulated during the season. In 2008, 265 bikes were purchased and donated to youth from 5 non-profit organizations. Since 2006, players and coaches have donated over 2,000 bikes. |
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The Texans have created many events and partnerships for Hispanic outreach, including Hispanic Heritage Day at a Texans home game and a Hispanic Media Day. The Texans run many grassroots events and youth football clinics in the Hispanic community and have established a strengthening partnership with local Hispanic Chambers of Commerce. The Texans have also partnered with Univision on their Cinco de Mayo and Fiestas Patrias events. The Texans are also proud to feature the first Hispanic Advisory Board in professional sports. The group is spearheaded by Chair Carlos Lara, along with 13 superior Hispanic community leaders. These community leaders serve as visionary consultants for the Texans Hispanic Outreach initiatives and are vital liaisons to the Hispanic community. As a result, the Texans have been recognized by former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue as having one of the finest Hispanic outreach programs in professional sports. |
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