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When you first hear the words "Gridiron Heroes" a picture of football's greatest players is most likely the very first image that appears in your mind. What if you were told that there is a group of young men who will never have the opportunity of playing football again?
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Great things are about to take place in the lives of our young Gridiron Heroes. They and their families have paid a tremendous cost physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially.
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News & Events
Saturday, June 23, 2012: A Tribute to Red & Charline McCombs - JW Marriott, San Antonio, TX View Information
Friday, May 11, 2012: Beyond the Lights Celebrity Golf Classic - Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa near Austin, TX View Information
Wednesday, April 25, 2012: 2012 NFL Draft Preview Party and Sports Expo benefitting Gridirion Heroes - Arlington, TX View Information
Tuesday, April 17, 2012: Guess the Birdies Deadline (Birdies for Charities) - San Antonio, TX View Information
Friday, April 13, 2012: Gridiron Heroes/Touchback Movie Fundraising Event - In select theaters April 13 View Information
December 11, 2011: Eddie Canales, founder of Gridiron Heroes, was honored at the 2011 CNN HEROES AWARDS SHOW! - Los Angeles, CA Watch Video
November 13, 2011: Rock 'n' Roll Marathon - San Antonio, TX View Information
November 11, 18-19, 2011: VATA / Valley Athletic Trainers Association promoted the Rio Grande Valley Fill The Helmet Drive to Benefit Gridiron Heroes View Information
November 4, 2011: Custom Team Towels by RJT Solutions - Kick off at the M&M Bowl (proceeds to benefit Gridiron Heroes) View Information
October 28, 2011: Gridiron Heroes Works Tirelessly to Help Paralyzed Athletes - AOL Sporting News View Article
October 16, 2011: Help Make Gridiron Heroes $250K - WOAI San Antonio News Watch Video
September 22, 2011: Eddie Canales has been named a TOP 10 CNN HERO! View Details
San Antonio Quarterback Club Sets 2011 Schedule: First Summer Meeting on May 19, 2011 View Schedule
April 22, 2011: Gridiron Heroes presents a NEW van to injured athlete Devin Hebert! View Article
March 29, 2010: View Jared's Story: (Project 24 - The Jared Williams Story) View Article
December 10, 2010: Gridiron Heroes Founder Eddie Canales receives recognition Read Article
Gridiron Heroes were featured on the Today show!
Josh Scheuling of Hondo and Devin Hebert of Houston were featured in a story about their Scuba diving trip with the Eels on Wheels program
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Mission Statement
Gridiron Heroes Spinal Cord Injury Foundation provides immediate, as well as, long term resources and support to individuals sustaining a catastrophic spinal cord injury through activities associated with high school football.
Gridiron Heroes is funded solely through private contributions and operates on a minimal annual budget. Administrative and fundraising expenses are below charitable standards as established through Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance, with oversight by a non-paid and voluntary board of directors. Your tax-deductible gifts will truly make a difference in the lives and well-being of our Gridiron Heroes.
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Help us with the prevention side of the injury. In conjuction with the American Football Coaches Association and the National Athletic Trainers Association.
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Great things are about to take place in the lives of our young Gridiron Heroes. They and their families have paid a tremendous cost physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially.
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