Courage, Compassion, Commitment
The Ed Block Courage Award Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to supporting the well-being of abused, neglected, and at-risk children throughout our Courage House National Support Network for Kids. Through our partnership with the National Football League (NFL), the Foundation cultivates awareness at each Courage House and helps to raise funds for their programs and initiatives.
Each of the 27 partnered facilities are provided monetary and in-kind donations, along with various needed services, to help advance their mission from the Ed Block Courage Award Foundation. Over the past five years, we have donated over $200,000 and over $20,000 in memorabilia to our community partners.
Who We Are
The Ed Block Courage Award Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1978 by founder, Sam Lamantia, in cooperation with the Baltimore Colts and Maryland-based children’s residential treatment center, St. Vincent’s Villa.
In 1984, the NFL and PFATS (Professional Football Athletic Trainer Society) began collaborating with the Foundation partnering teams across the country with child abuse and/or at-risk youth facilities (known as Courage Houses) in their regions. The goal is to create and maintain a support network, assisting with the long-term growth of each Courage House and the well-being of the children.
ED BLOCK COURAGE AWARDS
Throughout the year, the Foundation hosts several fundraisers, including the prestigious Ed Block Courage Awards. One player from each NFL team is voted by their teammates to be honored for their courage and inspiration throughout the season. The recipients stand as role models for their ability to overcome adversity while also serving their respective communities.
Those recipients travel to Baltimore to be honored and presented with the most unique trophy in all of sports during our ceremonies. They participate in local community outreach programs, visiting the abused, neglected, and at-risk youth of the Baltimore Ravens Courage House, St. Vincent’s Villa.
Featured Media
Ed Block CourageCast Ep. 134 Russell Baxter/Sam Williams
On this show: Dave Steinwedel, Former NFL O-Lineman Wally Williams, Former NFL Athletic Trainer Duane Brooks and Arizona Cardinals D-Lineman and Ed Block Recipient Andrew Billings talk: Storylines to watch […]
Ed Block CourageCast Ep. 133 Locke, Walker, Draft, Wow
On this podcast: Dave Steinwedel, Duane Clemons, Duane Brooks are back to welcome in: 2023 Ed Block Recipient and recently retired Linebacker Anthony Walker (3:31-25:45) New Dallas Cowboys Safety and […]
Ed Block CourageCast Ep. 132 NFL Draft plus Board Talk
On this podcast: Dave Steinwedel, Former Ed Block Recipient Wally Williams, Former NFL D-Lineman Duane Clemons are back to discuss: All things NFL Draft with Chad Reuter from NFL.com (1:00-18:30) […]
Support Our Mission
The Ed Block Courage Award Foundation is truly grateful for all of the support we get. If d like to help us with our mission, please consider a donation.
