NEW ORLEANS SAINTS 2009 COMMUNITY QUARTERBACK AWARD

The New Orleans Saints are pleased to announce the kick-off of the 2009 Community Quarterback Award.

The program recognizes outstanding volunteers in all NFL cities, awarding nearly $1 million to charitable organizations. Individuals exhibiting leadership, dedication and commitment to improving their community are candidates for the program.

Nominees age 13 and over, providing volunteer services for non-profit organizations in their community are eligible.

Seven winners will be selected and their organizations will be awarded the following:
$10,000 to (One) first place winner
$2,500 to each second place winner: 2 (two) will be selected
$1,000 to each third place winner: 5 (five) will be selected

Winners will be invited to attend the New Orleans Saints vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game on December 27, 2009 where they will be acknowledged for their outstanding service to the community.

Applicants may download an application by clicking here. All applications must be postmarked to the New Orleans Saints no later than December 1, 2009. Winners will be notified of their awards.

For more information call Nick Karl, Director of Community Affairs, at (504) 731-1795 or nick.karl@saints.nfl.com

Completed applications should be sent to:

Nick Karl
New Orleans Saints
5800 Airline Drive
Metairie, La. 70003