The Casey Cares Foundation is so proud of Gina Truesdale for being named a Baltimore Ravens 2016 Community Quarterback Award Winner. Gina, whose son, Abraham, (better known as "Hammy") participated in our Casey Cares programs, started the Hammy's Heart Program to keep her son's legacy alive. This program provides grocery gift cards for families with crritically ill children who are financially strapped and often have to decide whether to spend money on food or medical care.
The Ravens organization notified Gina with a special letter which said, "This honor recognizes local volunteers for their leadership, dedication and commitment to improving our community. The Baltimore Ravens would like to share our appreciation for the outstanding work you’ve done with Hammy’s Heart and Casey Cares. We were not only impressed, but also inspired by the volume of work being done by volunteers like you."
As a finalist, Gina will be honored at the Ravens game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Nov. 27 at M&T Bank Stadium. She will receive two tickets to the game, Ravens apparel, a commemorative plaque and a financial grant benefiting Casey Cares and Hammy's Heart. According to the Ravens' website, the award, which is supported by the NFL Foundation and the Ravens Foundation Inc., "recognizes individuals who exemplify leadership, dedication and commitment to improving the communities in which they live. Volunteers ages 13 and up, who provide extraordinary service to area nonprofit organizations, are eligible for the 2016 Community Quarterback Award. Charitable organizations are encouraged to nominate their remarkable volunteers, or individuals may nominate themselves."
"Gina Truesdale has done so much for the community, both as a parent and as a volunteer," said Casey Baynes, Casey Cares founder and executive director. "In the last couple of years, Gina has held fundraisers almost monthly to support our families who are facing the most financial hardships. Her work truly has helped eased the burden for families who need it most."
Learn more about Casey Cares and our Hammy's Heart Program here::http://caseycares.org/what-we-do/hammys-heart
