Blake Corum’s Giving Back 2 Give Thanks Set for November 21st in Ypsilanti
University of Michigan Running Back Blake Corum announced today his “Giving Back 2 Give Thanks” event set for November 21st in Ypsilanti.
“I wanted to do this event because Thanksgiving is a time to give back and to give thanks. I’m a firm believer of God and He loves a cheerful giver. Things weren’t always easy growing up but God never stopped blessing me which is why I want to bless others,” said Corum.
After attending CLR Academy this summer as a volunteer, Corum wanted to continue giving back to the Ypsilanti community and reached out to Coach Mike Hart who’s foundation sponsors CLR Academy, about doing a turkey giveaway.
Coach Hart connected Corum with CLR Academy leadership and the plans came together to distribute 200 turkeys along with milk, macaroni and cheese, and mashed potatoes thanks to Milk Means More and The Love Stand. Other key community partners are joining forces for this event including Washtenaw MBK and Parkridge Community Center.
“After Blake spent time with the kids at CLR Academy this summer, he realized the impact he was making and wanted to do more. To prioritize giving back to these families at his age is impressive and inspiring and we wanted to do everything we could to support him and our community,” added Bilal Saeed, AFC Ann Arbor Chair/co-owner, and Washtenaw MBK steering member.
100 turkeys will be distributed at Sycamore Meadows starting at Noon until supplies last with the other 100 turkeys being distributed at Parkridge Park at 2PM.
“This is a community I’ve become a part of thanks to the University of Michigan and I’d like to inspire and help people in other ways than playing football. This community is full of great people and if I can help in any way I will do so,” added Corum.
About Blake Corum
The 2019 Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year is currently in his sophomore year at the University of Michigan. The standout running back continues to impress both on and off the field. Earlier this season, Corum recorded his third straight 100-yard rushing game to start the season, becoming the first Michigan player to accomplish this feat since Denard Robinson in 2011, and the first player to record 100-plus yards rushing in three consecutive games to start the season since Mike Hart in 2007.
About CLR Academy
CLR Academy was created in partnership by AFC Ann Arbor and Washtenaw My Brother’s Keeper in the summer of 2021 with support from The Mighty Oak Project, Hart & TayTrain Foundation and the Rob Murphy Foundation. The sports sampling program provides free sports equipment, snacks, books, mentorship, and more by offering free, consistent, weekly programming in the neighborhoods throughout the summer. Created by Black and Brown men for young Black and Brown children, the program embodies community, leadership and revolution (CLR) to encourage healthy living, literacy, and mindfulness.
