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
Building Block Ep. 31: Anthony Walker Jr.
We ask 2024 Cleveland Browns Ed Block recipient Anthony Walker Jr. to tell us what it means to him to receive the Ed Block Courage Award as well as some […]
Building Block Ep. 29: David Andrews
We ask 2024 New England Patriots Ed Block recipient David Andrews to tell us what it means to him to receive the Ed Block Courage Award as well as some […]
Building Block Ep. 28: Kyle Pitts
We ask 2024 Atlanta Falcons Ed Block recipient Kyle Pitts to tell us what it means to him to receive the Ed Block Courage Award as well as some personal […]
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.
Upcoming Events & Online Auctions
2024 NFL Draft Auction
April 25 @ 6:00 pm
2024 NFL DRAFT AUCTION With the new crop of players ready to be announced, we are excited to host our 3rd Annual NFL Draft Auction! All proceeds support the […]
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