Who:

Alexis McCombs-Founder; Former Host, "Instant She-Play" on AOL Sports

Leslie Bonci-Team Nutritionist, Pittsburgh Steelers

Randi Chapman-Sr. Director of Client Services, Sports Trust Advisors

 

What:

Women who work in the world of professional football have come together in a commitment to raise $1 million for the humanitarian crisis in the Horn of Africa. Donations will go to

USA for UNHCR (United Nations Refugee Agency-A two-time Nobel Peace Prize winner).

How it Works:

During the 2011-2012 professional football season, Gridiron Girls 4 Africa will serve as ambassadors for this cause by making media appearances to generate awareness about the current crisis. Gridiron Girls 4 Africa will also use their resources to encourage donations from corporations, entrepreneurs, athletes & the pubic sector.

 

A donation check will be presented to the UN Refugee Agency during Super Bowl week in Indianapolis.

 

Why This Movement Is Needed NOW

 

• The Horn of Africa is experiencing the worst drought in 60 years

• The United Nations has declared famine in 6 areas of Somalia

• Internal military groups are blocking aid coming into affected areas of Somalia

• Women & children are trekking up to 30 days to reach refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya.  Many are raped,

  robbed and/or killed during the desperate attempt to find food, shelter, water and medical attention

• 12M people are in need of help