Score Big for the Kids: Your Support Makes a Difference!

Dear Sponsor,

This fundraiser is being organized by the parents of the Englewood Jr. Raiders. We need your support for The Englewood Jr. Raiders, a local youth football team that has been around for almost 40 years. It's a program for 3rd through 8th graders, led by 18 volunteer coaches who volunteer their time and finances, and are dedicated to providing a positive and enriching experience for all our student athletes.

With your sponsorship, the Jr. Raiders will be able to purchase non-issued apparel, snacks and beverages for practices, medical supplies, shirts for all 18 volunteer coaches, team-sponsored events, end-of-the-year awards celebration for the kids and coaches, among other things. This will ensure our players are safe and prepared while on the field.

Please read below how, by donating today, you are making a direct impact on the life of each player. It can mean a change in the trajectory of these children's lives, making it a significant way for you to contribute to your local community.

Any amount, regardless of size, will help and be greatly appreciated. Thank you on behalf of our players and families!

Disclosure: This fundraiser is being organized the parents of the Englewood Jr. Raiders, not the coaches, nor the recreation department.

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This is how football impacts the life of your local youth:

• Physical health: Football is a physically demanding sport that can help kids improve their cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and endurance. It can also help them lose weight or maintain a healthy weight.

• Mental health: Playing football can help kids reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. It can also boost their self-esteem and confidence.

• Social skills: Football is a team sport that requires kids to learn how to work together, communicate effectively, and resolve conflict. It can also help them make new friends and build lasting relationships.

• Discipline: Playing football requires kids to learn discipline and self-control. They must follow the rules, listen to their coaches, and work hard to improve their skills.

• Leadership: Playing football can help kids develop leadership skills. They learn how to motivate and inspire their teammates, and how to take charge in difficult situations.

• Goal setting: Playing football can help kids learn how to set goals and achieve them. They learn how to work hard and persevere in the face of challenges.

• Sportsmanship: Playing football can help kids learn the importance of sportsmanship. They learn how to win and lose gracefully, and how to respect their opponents.