Houston Texans Defensive End J.J. Watt continues to use his platform and celebrity influence to make a huge impact upon the lives of others through his charitable work. As the 2018 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year winner, his undeniable heart and vision continues as the Justin J. Watt Foundation received over $1.1 million at its 2019 JJ Watt Charity Classic on Saturday, May 4.
Minute Maid Park was filled with 17,000 fans eager to cheer on 26 Houston Texans team members as they played a game of softball for a great cause. All money received at the event will benefit the Justin J. Watt Foundation’s initiative to encourage and build after-school athletic programs for middle-school children.
Although Team Defense did not walk away as softball champions due to a triumphant score of 13-7 by Team Offense, J.J. Watt was declared as the individual Home Run Derby winner.
The JJ Watt Foundation also recognized on the field three community members who live by JJ’s Dream Big Work Hard motto and have displayed the character traits of accountability, teamwork, leadership, work ethic and perseverance in their daily lives.
- Victoria De La Garza: A 21-year-old entrepreneur who donates hand-knit hats
- Hannah Wilson: A 2nd Lieutenant with the U.S. Army
- Adan Lewis: A 14-year-old who is overcoming the challenges of Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome to maintain his school grades and participate in sports
For more information about the Justin J. Watt Foundation and event, visit www.jjwfoundation.org.
All Photos Courtesy of Mike Welch.
Logo Courtesy of Justin J. Watt Foundation
About The Justin J. Watt Foundation
The Justin J. Watt Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides funding for after-school athletic programs for middle-school aged children. The goal is to provide opportunities for these students to become involved in athletics, so that they may learn the character traits of accountability, teamwork, leadership, work ethic, and perseverance, while in a safe and supervised environment with their peers.
