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DeSean Jackson: 4TH Annual Celebrity Softball Game, June 11, Bowie, MD

06 Monday Jun 2016

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Post By:  Joie Adams, The DeSean Jackson Foundation, 6/6/2016

Please join DeSean Jackson, of the Washington Redskins, and his friends from the NFL for their 4th Annual Celebrity Softball Game, in Bowie, MD, on Saturday, June 11, 2016. The purpose of the annual event is to raise awareness and funds for prosthetics and orthotics for our nation’s heroes as elite NFL players compete against the Amputee Warrior Softball Team.

Where:  Prince George’s Stadium, Crain Highway, Bowie, MD, Gates Open: 6:00 P.M.

About the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team

The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team represents some of our nation’s bravest and most determined heroes, soldiers and veterans. These men have sustained severe injuries resulting in amputation, and through extensive rehabilitation, they have become competitive athletes again, playing against able-bodied teams in exhibition games across the country.

Their armor now includes prosthetic legs and arms, along with extreme perseverance and attitude. Together they are the WOUNDED WARRIOR AMPUTEE SOFTBALL TEAM.

Martin Luther King, Jr. – Day of Service

16 Saturday Jan 2016

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A DAY ON, NOT A DAY OFF!

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is a way to transform Dr. King’s life and teachings into community service that helps empower and strengthen local communities.

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One Team, One Purpose!

DeSean Jackson, CEO,  DeSean Jackson Foundation, and a Washington Redskins wide receiver, appeals to Washington Redskins’ fans, local corporations; and, individuals to become engaged in service activities to honor Martin Luther King Jr. on the federal holiday to support volunteer projects across the DMV. Please  turn out and ‘turn up’ at your local community events in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 18, 2016.

Visit the MLK Day of Service website for more information on how you can get involved and make the King Day of Service, “A Day On, Not a Day Off!”

WHAT IS THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY OF SERVICE?

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?'”

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Extreme Skins Tailgate – PIG Roast – RAISED $905.00 For the DeSean Jackson Foundation

10 Thursday Dec 2015

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December 10, 2015

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Media Contacts: Gayle Jackson, President, DeSean Jackson Foundation; deseanjacksonfoundationceo@yahoo.com

December 8, 2015 (11:08 a.m.)

[Re-Post and Update, 12/10/2015]

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DeSean Jackson, CEO, of the DeSean Jackson Foundation (DJF); and, his mother, Gayle Jackson, President, of the DeSean Jackson Foundation, extend their sincere thanks for the unconditional love and support of the Extreme Skins Tailgate fans who worked diligently and hard to raise $905.00 for The DeSean Jackson Foundation.

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DeSean Jackson states that he is humbled and honored to have DJF be chosen as the charity of choice for their holiday giving; and, applauds the group for their history of supporting numerous non-profit and public charities that include the individual passion and purpose of Washington Redskins’ players off the field.

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Mrs. Christie Lopez, Co-Founder, of the Extreme Skins’ Tailgate, presented the proceeds from the event to DeSean Jackson at DeSean’s annual, “Shop with a Jock” event, at the Wal-Mart, in Sterling, VA.  Ms. Lopez also volunteered at the event and states that it was very moving seeing Jackson interact with the children; and, the Redskins’ players who came out to support DeSean and his foundation.
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Official Extremeskins Tailgate & PIG Roast was held on December 7, 2015

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Christie and Doug, Extreme Skins, Co-Founders

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ABOUT THE EXTREME SKINS TAILGATE:

The Extremeskins Tailgate has become an institution at Fedex Field, and it is because of all the members involved. The dedication, hard work and investments by folks year in and year out is second to none. This tailgate is getting bigger every year and is well respected because of our passion, our friendly welcoming environment and the charity we do. The Redskins organization has recognized our contributions and how we present ourselves and because of that, has recognized our tailgate as official Redskins Fan Captains. We continue to strive to do our best as the best tailgate at Fedex Field!

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Once again, the Extremeskins Tailgate will have containers available for the Extremeskins Charity Funds. There will be one container for our charity of choice for this game; and, the recipient will be The DeSean Jackson Foundation. Please donate what you can; and, the funds will be presented to the foundation on Monday, December 8, at the DeSean Jackson: Shop With A Jock annual event for vulnerable youth, at the Wal-Mart, in Sterling, VA, at 5:30 p.m.

What An Extreme Skins Tailgate?

We are a gathering of die hard Washington Redskins fans who love to come together and have a good time out in the lots before and after the game. Our tailgate has become a very popular point at Fedex Field, and we have been featured in numerous media broadcasts. If you like to eat great food and enjoy tasty beverages while playing games, listening to tunes and chatting about the burgundy and gold with fellow die hard fans, then this is the place for you!

 

Who Do I Contact?

You can get almost every question answered by posting in this thread, but if you have any specific questions or concerns, please contact Huly or myself via PM or by emailing: pez@gwu.edu or skinshuly@gmail.com

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For More Information About The DeSean Jackson Foundation, please visit, http://www.deseanjacksonfoundation.org.
Contact: Gayle Jackson, President, or Joie Jackson, P/R and Media Relations E-Mail: deseanjacksonfoundationceo@yahoo.com

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Gayle Jackson: National Young Readers’ Week at Yorkshire Elementary School

27 Friday Nov 2015

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November 27, 2015

National Young Readers Week is an annual event that was co-founded in 1989 by Pizza Hut and the Center for the Book in the Library of Congress. It always takes place the second week of November. To make this week special, many schools recruited local “celebrities” to read aloud a favorite children’s book to classrooms. This year, National Readers’ Week was November 9-13, 2015.
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Gayle Jackson, President, The DeSean Jackson Foundation

Gayle Jackson, President, The DeSean Jackson Foundation

Gayle Jackson, President, of the DeSean Jackson Foundation, mother of DeSean Jackson, of the Washington Redskins; and, a cast member of BET’s docu-series, Home Team, was invited to read to 2nd grade students at Yorkshire Elementary School, a Prince County, Title 1 public school, in Manassas, Virginia, on November 10th. Gayle graciously accepted the invitation; and, embraced the opportunity to get to meet the young students who wanted to meet NFL Mom, Mama Gee, to learn more about her son, DeSean.

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For the past eight years, Mrs. Jackson has participated in annual Read Across America events on Dr. Seuss’ birthday, with NFL Moms at Title I schools in Philadelphia and Los Angeles, CA.

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Gayle is very excited about the opportunity to inspire the youth in the Jackson’s new NFL franchise market, the Washington Redskins, to Read, Dream and Achieve.  She read from DeSean’s book, “No Bullies in the Huddle”; and, a book by her cousin, an author of children’s book,”My Brother Who Taught Me to Fly”.

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During the event, Gayle Jackson, donated 120 brand, new books for the school library, from the DeSean Jackson; and, a Frank Murphy, a fan of DeSean’s, who reached out to Gayle Jackson after he learned of their literacy initiative and wanted to pay forward the kindness DeSean extended to him over seven years ago when he played in a basket ball game which DeSean was a celebrity baller.

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Frank said DeSean was kind, humble and kept passing the ball to him; and, made him feel good. Frank, who is a children’s author, donated 50 new books to the school in DeSean’s name. Mrs. Jackson says, “We are often asked how we can do so much with so little; and, continue to get up when constantly being knocked down. By the Grace of God and good people like Frank Murphy; and, that is all that needs to be said”.

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Info: “Take a journey with a little boy who is inspired by his brother’s unwillingness, to give up…”
Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1514809044?vs=1

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For Media and Other Information Contact:  Jenna Aykul, Yorkshire Elementary, (703) 361-3124. 

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For More Information about the DeSean Jackson Foundation, please visit, deseanjacksonfoundation.org. Or Gayle Jackson by e-mail, deseanjacksonfoundationceo@yahoo.com. J.L. Adams, P.R./Media.

DeSean & Gayle Jackson: Roberto Clemente Middle School, Literacy Night

25 Wednesday Nov 2015

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November 20, 2015  [Updated by the DeSean Jackson Foundation, 11/25/2015]

 

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DeSean Jackson, of the Washington Redskins, and his mother, Gayle Jackson, President, of the DeSean Jackson Foundtion, made a guest appearance at the Roberto Clemente Middle School “Literacy Night, in Germantown, MD, on Tuesday, November 17, 2015. The invitation was extended to the Jacksons by principal, Jeffrey Brown; and, coordinated by Jamila Denney.

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Principal Jeffrey Brown

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DeSean Jackson is the CEO and Co-Founder, of the DeSean Jackson Foundation, which was founded in 2009, after his father, William “Bill” Jackson, died from Pancreatic Cancer when DeSean was a rookie with the Philadelphia Eagles. November is World Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month; and, Jackson chose to honor his father’s legacy by appearing at Roberto Clemente, promoting literacy; and, donating new books to the school library in Bill’s memory.

“My dad instilled the importance and value that literacy would be in my life”, states Jackson. “When I was five, my Pops knew that I was going to be drafted into the NFL even though I looked like a 45# tee-ball player. He taught me that I should develop my skills on and off the field in regards to building my brand, negotiating contracts, understanding playbooks from every perspective; and, financial literacy.

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Pops grew up in Pittsburgh, an avid Steeler fan, who studied the game. He lectured me constantly on issues such as collective bargaining, free agency; and, what how the NFL lockout with replacement players changed the dynamics of the league. I was a little dude but in my Pop’s eyes I was a big man. I hope to instill the same values and the importance and love of reading to youth who will listen. Pops was also a big Roberto Clemente, a Pittsburgh Pirate and humanitarian. Therefore, being at Roberto Clemente and honoring both Roberto Clemente and my dad is awesome.”

Gayle Jackson, Roberto Clemente, and Jeff Brown, Principal

Gayle Jackson, Roberto Clemente, and Jeff Brown, Principal

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For Additional Information and Media Requests: Contact Jamila H. Denney, Roberto Clemente Middle School, Germantown, MD

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Principal: Jeff Brown
Address: 18808 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD 20874
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (301) 601-0344
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DeSean Jackson: Trailside Middle School, Ashburn, VA, Literacy Forum

18 Wednesday Nov 2015

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DeSean Jackson, of the Washington Redskins, took time out from his hectic schedule to participate in a national literacy initiative, National American Education Week, by visiting the students at Trailside Middle School, Ashburn, VA; and, delivering a powerful message of empowerment.

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Gayle Jackson, President, of the DeSean Jackson, states that our nation is facing an epidemic crisis in regards to the fact that millions of American children get to 4th grade without learning to read proficiently and that puts them on the high school drop out track; and, in the most severe cases a “pipeline to prison”.

“Trends in the nation’s demographic composition reinforces both the challenges and the necessity for children from low-income families and children of color to read so they can succeed and graduate from school; become contributing members of society; and, in some cases break the cycle of inter-generational poverty.

I can research theories and best practices from the Annie Casey Foundation and Dr. Marion Wright Edelman, of the Children’s Defense Fund, and be well informed; but, at the end of the day I cannot reach or make an impact on the lives of the youth and their families that my son, DeSean, does. DJACC makes reading a ‘cool’ thing to do”, says Gayle Jackson.
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DeSean Jackson also took the opportunity to deliver his compelling anti-bullying message to the students by having an open dialogue; and, reading from the latest edition of his book, “No Bullies in the Huddle”, which is a collaboration with Dr. William T. Hoston. [The book is available on Amazon.com.]

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DeSean Jackson, Washington Redskin, and honorary school escort

DeSean Jackson, Washington Redskin, and honorary school escort

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DeSean Jackson thanks Fans for Supporting World Pancreatic Cancer Day

13 Friday Nov 2015

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WASHINGTON, DC
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DeSean Jackson, of the Washington Redskins, and CEO of the DeSean Jackson Foundation, sends his sincere thanks to all of his friends, international network of Pancreatic Cancer advocates and survivors; and fans who honored the memory of his father, William “Bill” Jackson, by wearing purple today; and, sent our family numerous messages of comfort, sympathy and support through various forms.
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Your kind words of encouragement and support are acknowledged and greatly appreciated.

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“The empathy, compassion and compelling stories of the loss of a loved one afflicted with Pancreatic Cancer; and, those who reached out through social media to listen and comfort the grieving loved ones left behind restored my faith in mankind and the positive impact social media has on our lives”, states DeSean Jackson.
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I sincerely thank you for joining my family in the fight to eradicate Pancreatic Cancer; and honoring the memory of my Pops.” – DeSean Jackson

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In loving memory of William “Bill” Jackson.

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DeSean Jackson: Teams Up with #Redskins Tweet Team for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

09 Monday Nov 2015

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November 9, 2015

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DESEAN JACKSON sends his sincere thanks to the Washington Redskins’ TWEET TEAM for joining him in the Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer by raising awareness during November which is national Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.
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“I am humbled and honored to have the support of this loyal, international fan base” states Jackson. “The TWEET TEAM embraced the DeSean Jackson Foundation and my family immediately after I became a Washington Redskin; and, continues to support our team as we advocate for funds for Pancreatic Cancer research and raise awareness–One Team, One Purpose!”

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44 Diesel and DJF Pep Rally-Tailgate for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness

06 Friday Nov 2015

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DeSean Jackson, CEO, of the DeSean Jackson Foundation and Washington Redskins‘ All Pro wide receiver, is teaming up with #44Diesel44, one of the nation’s largest fan-based initiatives, to raise Pancreatic Cancer Awareness, on Sunday, November 15, at a pep rally and tailgate prior to the New Orleans Saints and Washington Redskins football game.
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Where: Green Lot, D63, just off 202 Landover Road entrance, RV Lot on the Right, Join Us!

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Gayle Jackson, President, of the DeSean Jackson Foundation will represent the foundation during the event and will bring memorabilia for the auction; and, sell purple DJF wrist bands. Please join us in the #Fight against Pancreatic Cancer.
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DJACC New ImageA portion of the proceeds will benefit The Sol Goldman Pancreatic Research Center, at John Hopkins (http://www.path.jhu.edu/pc), in memory of William “Bill” Jackson. A formal presentation will be made on November 24, 2015.

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