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their families. The team once again hosted a special on-field mass
enlistment ceremony during halftime at TIAA Bank Field, a tradition
that dates back nearly a decade. In December, more than 200
recruits enlisted in all five branches of the U.S. military by taking
the oath of enlistment in front of more than 50,000 fans.
Since 2013, the Jaguars have also provided $1.5 million to help
fund the Veterans Resource and Reintegration Center at City
Hall, a point of entry for veterans and transitioning military to get
assistance on benefits, employment, housing and other services.
In addition, the Jaguars have given more than $300,000 in grants
to nonprofit organizations during that span. In 2019, the Jaguars
presented $58,000 in grants to various military focused organiza-
tions such as Five Star Veterans Center, Northeast Florida Women
Veterans and Yoga 4 Change.
“The Jaguars are proud to champion each of these organizations
and the important role they play in caring for our local military
and veterans as they transition into civilian life,” said President
Mark Lamping. “Jacksonville is a military town and it’s our
responsibility to support those who have sacrificed so much for
the freedoms we all enjoy.”
LB Myles Jack was the
first player to represent
the Jaguars in an
international USO tour.
Jack, who was the
Jaguars Salute to
Service nominee,
traveled to South Korea
and visited
troops overseas.
WR DJ Chark, Jr
challenges a soldier
in a game of Madden
19, during the Pros vs.
GI Joes Video Game
Challenge.