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United Way of New York City to Honor
Kenneth I. Chenault and H. Rodgin Cohen
Along with New York Giants Coach Tom Coughlin and
NFL Players Prince Amukamara and Quinton Coples at
22nd Annual Gridiron Gala
NEW YORK, NY
– United Way of New York City is
excited to honor corporate icons Kenneth I. Chenault
and H. Rodgin Cohen at the 22nd Annual
Gridiron Gala in support of New York City’s vulnerable young
people. The event honors athletes and philanthropists who
have demonstrated a deep commitment to their communities.
This annual event also marks the only occasion in which the
New York Giants and New York Jets huddle
together over dinner and break bread for a night of
philanthropy and camaraderie.
United Way of New York City will honor
Chenault, CEO and Chairman of American Express, and Cohen,
Senior Chairman of Sullivan & Cromwell with the “Community
Quarterback” award for their outstanding commitment to the
community. Additionally, United Way of New York City will
honor two
players who
personify the National Football League’s commitment to
community service with the “Hometown Hero” award:
Prince Amukamara of
the New York Giants
and
Quinton Coples of
the New York Jets.
New York Giants
Coach Tom Coughlin will be honored as the gala’s
“MVP” for his outstanding commitment to the community over
the course of his 11 year tenure in New York. WCBS sports
anchor Otis Livingston will serve as host for the
evening.
Also confirmed to attend is New York Jets legend and Pro
Football Hall of Famer Joe Namath. A full list of
players attending is available upon request.
WHO:
Kenneth I. Chenault, CEO and Chairman, American
Express
H. Rodgin Cohen,
Senior Chairman, Sullivan & Cromwell
Tom Coughlin,
Coach, New York Giants
Prince Amukamara,
cornerback, New York Giants
Quinton Coples,
linebacker, New York Jets
Joe Namath,
Hall of Fame quarterback, New York Jets
Sheena Wright,
President & CEO, United Way of New York City
Over 1,000 business and community leaders and current and
former Giants and Jets players
CONFIRMED GIANTS:
Coach Tom Coughlin
Prince Amukamara
Geoff Schwartz
Weston Richburg
Josh Brown
Henry Hynoski
Andre Williams
Shane Vereen
Rashad Jennings
Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie
Jon Beason
John Casillas
Nat Berhe
Bennett Jackson
CONFIRMED JETS:
Quinton Coples
Sheldon
Richardson
D’Brickashaw Ferguson
Eric Decker
Demario Davis
T.J. Barnes
Ikemefuna
Enemkpali
Leger Douzable
Quincy Enunwa
Tommy Bohanon
Buster Skrine
CONFIRMED GIANTS
LEGENDS
Harry Carson
Erich Barnes
Sean Landeta
Karl Nelson
Roman Oben
CONFIRMED JETS LEGENDS
Joe Namath
Ted Banker
Emerson Boozer
Chad Cascadden
Richard Caster
Erik Coleman
Bruce Harper
Bobby Jackson
Greg Murphy
Wesley Walker
WHAT:
The 22nd Annual Gridiron Gala presented by United
Way of New York City, the New York Giants and the New York
Jets. Net proceeds support United Way–led initiatives that
benefit New York City’s vulnerable youth.
WHEN:
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Press arrival begins at 5:30 P.M.
Red carpet begins at 6:00 P.M.
WHERE:
New York Hilton Midtown
1335 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10019
Since 1973, United Way and the NFL have
worked together to strengthen America's communities. United
Way of New York City, in partnership with the New York
Giants and the New York Jets, created the Gridiron Gala in
1994 to celebrate this unique partnership. Since its
inception, the Gridiron Gala has raised more than
$25 million in support of United Way of New York City’s
initiatives that help high school students stay on track to
graduate on time, ready for college or a career.
2015 HONOREES
COMMUNITY QUARTERBACKS:
H. Rodgin Cohen, senior chairman, Sullivan & Cromwell,
Kenneth Chenault, CEO and Chairman, American Express.
HOMETOWN HEROES:
Prince Amukamara, cornerback, New York Giants and Quinton
Coples, linebacker, New York Jets.
MVP:
Tom Coughlin, Coach, New York Giants.
PAST COMMUNITY QUARTERBACKS INCLUDE:
William E. Mayer, Park Avenue
Equity Partners
William K. Flemming, Skanska USA
Jonathan Durst, The Durst
Organization
Ted Moudis, Ted Moudis Associates
Richard Hong, MetLife
Ray Quartararo, Jones Lang LaSalle
Laurence Tosi, Blackstone
Donald Donahue, DTCC
Barry Salzberg, Deloitte
David Arena, JPMorgan Chase
Sam Palmisano, IBM
David H. W. Turner, KPMG
PAST HOMETOWN HEROES FROM THE GIANTS INCLUDE:
Victor Cruz
Hakeem Nicks
Chris Snee
Chris Canty
Justin Tuck
Eli Manning
Jeff Feagles
PAST HOMETOWN HEROES FROM THE JETS INCLUDE:
Muhammad Wilkerson
Kyle Wilson
Brandon Moore
Tony Richardson
Dustin Keller
D’Brickashaw Ferguson
Jerricho Cotchery
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About United Way of New York City
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of hope, and mobilize communities to break down barriers and
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short-term needs are being met while simultaneously working
on long-term solutions to the city's most intractable
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