Packers' Woodson Donates $100K to Storm Relief
Posted Thursday, November 1, 2012 --- 10:56 a.m.
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Green Bay Packers star Charles Woodson says he's donating $100,000 to the Red Cross to assist families hurt by superstorm Sandy in recent days.
He says he's grateful for the sense of community that allowed the Packers to thrive in Green Bay, and he wants to give back to other similar communities that are hurting.
Woodson made his comments Thursday at the Austin Straubel International Airport, at a Democratic rally ahead of a campaign stop by President Barack Obama.
Woodson praised Obama for setting politics aside to help with storm relief. He noted that Obama teamed up with Republican New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie to tour affected areas.
Also appearing at the rally were U.S. Sen. Herb Kohl, Senate candidate Tammy Baldwin and former U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold.
Copyright 2012 The Associated Press.
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by N.Young Location: North of Madness on Nov 1, 2012 at 12:49 PMYou are a great man Mr. Woodson. What any great leader should aspire themselves. Hope to see you back on the field soon.[ Report Abuse ]
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by Tooner Location: Location on Nov 1, 2012 at 12:47 PM...class...class...class.....this guy is the definition of the word....[ Report Abuse ]
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by LeAnne Location: Madison on Nov 1, 2012 at 12:47 PMJust another example of what a classy guy he is -on and off the field.[ Report Abuse ]
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