The motto “Adversity Won’t Stop Me” is a direct reflection on the foundation, Jameel and the entire 53 Families family.

HONORS FROM PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL

• 2014 Finalist, Byron “Whizzer” White Award (NFLPA)

• 2013 Ed Block Courage Award – Honored in March 2014

• 2012 Characters Unite – Chosen by Character’s Unite to Represent NFL

 

RECOGNITION FROM THE COMMUNITY

• 2016 George Washington High School Sports Hall of Fame -  Philadelphia, PA

• 2014 The Community Award Recipient, The Salvation Army -  New York, NY

• 2013 NAACP Community Ambassador Recipient - Baltimore, MD

• 2013 Global Ambassador, Stomp Out Bullying Campaign

• 2012 Recognized by Congressman Elijah Cummings & the Elijah Cummings Youth Program - Israel

• 2012 Compassion in Action Award Recipient, The Salvation Army - Baltimore, MD

• 2011 Community Ambassador, Boys and Girls Club - Baltimore, MD