In celebration of its 100th season, the NFL launched Huddle for 100 to inspire 1 million people to give back 100 minutes of their time, with a goal of 100 million minutes donated. Together, over 1 million volunteers from 1,150 cities and all 50 states logged 397 million minutes of community service, nearly quadrupling the original goal. The time donated through Huddle for 100 equates to 757 years' worth of volunteer time and has an economic value of over $168.36 million. Thank you to the fans and partners who continue to help shape what our communities will look like for the next 100 years.
In celebration of its 100th season, the NFL launched Huddle for 100 to inspire 1 million people to give back 100 minutes of their time, with a goal of 100 million minutes donated. Together, over 1 million volunteers from 1,150 cities and all 50 states logged 397 million minutes of community service, nearly quadrupling the original goal. The time donated through Huddle for 100 equates to 757 years' worth of volunteer time and has an economic value of over $168.36 million. Thank you to the fans and partners who continue to help shape what our communities will look like for the next 100 years.
Read more about Aramark's Building Community Day and support of Huddle for 100.
160over90 and the entire Endeavor Network joined Huddle for 100 through their annual Walk the Walk day. The team completed 225 projects in 46 cities throughout the world. Over 4,000 volunteers contributed more than 1.8 million minutes of their time. See highlights from their volunteer events here.
Thank You Partners
NFL partners joined Huddle for 100 to help bring about lasting change in their communities. Many helped create volunteer opportunities, hosted their own Huddles, provided supplies and volunteers to support National Huddles, and encouraged their fans to give their 100 minutes.
Huddle Title Winners
BALTIMORE RAVENS
3,703,300 MINUTES
DALLAS COWBOYS
178 HUDDLES
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
113,192 VOLUNTEERS
CAROLINA PANTHERS
65,300 MINUTES
Miami Dolphins - 75,623,500 Total Minutes
The Miami Dolphins worked with many partners throughout the 100th season to create Huddle volunteer activities supporting a variety of causes. They created a volunteer challenge with the Broward County School District to involve local youth, supported Feeding South Florida, worked closely with 5000 Role Models mentor program, and rallied volunteers to coach Pop Warner and Xtreme Youth Football to name a few of the Dolphins community contributions.
Atlanta Falcons - 2,039,600 Minutes
The Atlanta Falcons supported a number of causes throughout January to contribute 2,039,600 minutes to Huddle for 100. Key volunteer initiatives included Habitat for Humanity builds and support of youth flag football and cheer programs. They also hosted a Day of Service at a local school on MLK Day.
Kansas City Chiefs - 700,900 Minutes
The Kansas City Chiefs contributed 700,900 minutes to Huddle for 100 during December! The Chiefs Community Caring Team which consists of Chiefs players, cheerleaders, the Chief's mascot, alumni, Chiefs Women’s organization and Red Coaters, a fan-driven community service group. They supported various events and volunteer opportunities including hospital visits and holiday food services. They also have a strong fan base that volunteers with Boy Scouts of America on a regular basis.
Carolina Panthers - 10,661,100 Minutes
The Carolina Panthers supported a variety of causes throughout the surrounding communities to contribute 10,661,100 minutes during November. Large partnerships with Pop Warner Youth Football and Habitat for Humanity helped the Panthers win the November team challenge.
New England Patriots - 12,880,200 Minutes
The New England Patriots supported a variety of causes and worked alongside many nonprofits to contribute 12,880,200 volunteer minutes during October. Ongoing partnerships with Massachusetts Military Support Foundation, Special Olympics, and Northshore Flag Football were especially impactful.
Dallas Cowboys - 2,458,400 Minutes
The Dallas Cowboys and UnitedHealthcare teamed up to host the Mayor’s Hometown Huddle, a citywide day of service to give back to the communities in Frisco and Arlington. This Huddle helped the Cowboys contribute 2,458,400 minutes during the month of September. More than 350 volunteers joined Cowboys players, Legends, and cheerleaders to support projects including repainting and cleaning up a playground area, providing emergency assistance to individuals in need of food and clothing, and hosting a flag football tournament at a Boys & Girls Club.
Miami Dolphins - 2,382,200 Minutes
Throughout the month of August, the Dolphins and their community partners were able to contribute a total of 2,383,100 minutes through 27 Huddle events. Some of the Dolphins August Huddle events included: a meal pack at Hard Rock Stadium with Miami Dolphins FOOTBALL UNITES™ partner Feeding South Florida and a back to school shoe-shopping spree with Miami Dolphins FOOTBALL UNITES™ partner His House Children’s Home. High school and youth football teams that visited the Miami Dolphins training camp practices through the Junior Dolphins program brought canned goods that were donated to Feeding South Florida and wrote thank you letters to those who have inspired them.
Minnesota Vikings - 870,000 Minutes
The Minnesota Vikings joined forces with U.S. Bank and HandsOn Twin Cities to execute volunteer projects every day of Training Camp. Thousands of fans across the country came to support the 16 public days of Vikings Training Camp and participated in numerous volunteer activities including creating sock bundles, hygiene packs, laundry kits, and school-supply packs. During the month of July, the Minnesota Vikings, its partners and fans gave a total of 870,000 minutes back to their community!
Seattle Seahawks - 2,287,600 Minutes
The Seattle Seahawks gave a total of 2,287,600 minutes by volunteering at local organizations throughout the city. Volunteers spent time at Plymouth Housing, Seattle Public Schools, YWCA Seattle, and the Nisei Veterans Committee. Volunteer tasks ranged from serving meals and playing games with community members to landscaping, cleaning, and organizing the Nisei Veterans Memorial Hall.
Los Angeles Rams - 1,060,700 Minutes
Congratulations to the Los Angeles Rams for winning the first monthly Huddle Competition! Collectively, the team gave a total of 1,060,700 minutes by partnering with United Way to organize HomeWalk, a walk to end homelessness in Los Angeles. Representatives from the team also volunteered their time at several Play 60 field days and supported a playground build.
Celebrating Top Performing Teams
Throughout the season, all 32 teams joined a friendly competition to see who could rally the most volunteer support. Each month, the team that volunteered the most minutes received a $5,000 grant from the NFL Foundation. The Dolphins also ended the season with the most overall minutes, winning a $100,000 community grant for a local project. Join us in congratulating these teams for their Huddle contributions and click below to read about some of the great Huddle events that occurred.
