Community News | Los Angeles Chargers

Over the last several months, students from the Youth Development Department were asked to create an event or campaign that promotes and educates the community on aluminum recycling and sustainability practices

Bolts current players, legends, celebrities and more gathered at Rolling Hills Country Club to benefit the Chargers Impact Fund

Nearly 100 high school football players representing 50 school throughout the Greater L.A. area were led through elements directly from the NFL Player Engagement's "character development" curriculum.

Chargers Impact Fund will donate $100,000 to support Baby2Baby's efforts to distribute life-saving baby formula for local families in need.

Bolts' Annual Golf Tournament and After Party will benefit the Chargers Impact Fund 

Through the sponsorship, these schools will have access to football coaching education, player development, and fundraising resources.

Nearly 50 organizations were given the ultimate SoFi Stadium experience during the Bolts' 2021 season.

Two active-duty military students were awarded one-year full-tuition scholarships in honor of Military Appreciation Month in partnership with the Los Angeles Chargers and Western Governors University (WGU).

Presented by Nationwide, the award recognizes a player's excellence both on and off the field.

From now through Nov. 30, donations of up to $60,000 will be matched by Linsley and his wife Anna, as well as the Chargers Impact Fund, benefiting both the Los Angeles and Orange County CASA programs.

Justin Jackson, Michael Davis, Amy Staley, and Susie Spanos visited Heninger Elementary and read to students with books donated through the Chargers Impact Fund.

Two Los Angeles County WGU students were awarded one-year full-tuition scholarships in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month in partnership with the Los Angeles Chargers and Western Governors University (WGU).

The Chargers cornerback was named the Week 8 MVP after distributing 500 bags of clothing and hygiene essentials to those experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles.

Members of the Chargers partnered with Melissa's Produce for two hunger-focused events during the month of September.

This is the story of how head coach Brandon Staley has given a Chargers fan "the light to keep surviving."

"To see [the uniforms] and know that they came from the Chargers, they're big brothers, basically! It's huge for them."

Ahead of their game last Thursday, Compton Centennial and Gardena High Schools paid tribute to two young men who tragically lost their lives last October.

Approximately 150 girls from Girl Scouts chapters throughout Southern California took part in the camp which aimed to help grow the game for all.

"The Chargers strongly believe that youth sports play a critical role in teaching important life skills like teamwork and leadership, creating safe spaces for many of our local youth, and bringing communities together. We can't thank Xenith enough for partnering with us to donate these helmets."

The Bolts have PFATS and NFL Foundation Ethnic Minority and Female Athletic Training Student Scholarship Program recipients joining them for training camp in 2021.

"To take these 14 kids who worked so hard, went through the Academy, studied and fought hard, to graduate and come here today as part of game day is something I think that will affect their lives forever."

"With the collaboration of Derwin James, the Chargers, and Oakley, we had a really successful clinic here in Inglewood.  When you realize that one in four children in the United States needs some type of visual correction, we're just glad we can do our part."

This past Sunday, the Bolts hosted the first Los Angeles Chargers x Nike 11-On event for eight high school football programs throughout Southern California.

The Los Angeles Chargers have posthumously nominated Montebello High School Assistant Coach Gabriel Arellano as the team's 2020-2021 Don Shula High School Coach of the Year.

"I remember growing up and seeing all these players come through and the impact they had on me and so if I can have any of the slightest bit of impact like that, I think that's a mission accomplished."

The Hall of Fame running back and 2021 first-round draft pick are joining the Chargers' virtual cooking event next week to support The Midnight Mission's HomeLight Facility in Inglewood.

To date, the former Chargers linebacker has taken over 100 WWII veterans back to the battlefields in which they served.

The Chargers running back's first project is a fitness center for Santa Barbara High School.

The event was the culmination of a month-long commitment by the Chargers to honor and celebrate women who are making an impact in sports and across various industries in the local community. 

More than 50 grants will be made available for high schools to put towards their tackle football programs.

Learn how you can volunteer for the BCC throughout the year.

The innovative career training and leadership program launched last week.

"It was important for us to work with Inner City Arts on this project for Black History Month because it created the opportunity for these young artists to reflect on and celebrate the success of Black Angelenos."

"The mantra that we've had since the very beginning is, 'We don't do customers, we do family.'  What makes you family is loyalty and commitment. The loyalty that we've had with the community shows that same loyalty to us."

The Earle brothers have taken what was once a small hot dog cart and turned it into a full-fledged restaurant and catering operation, making them a fixture in the community for nearly four decades.

Over the weekend, cornerback Casey Hayward and linebacker Malik Jefferson spent time donating food and water to communities battling the Texas winter storms.

The Chargers safety donated 200 pairs of cleats to young athletes in Laie, Hawaii.

The Los Angeles Chargers, in partnership with the America Dairy Farmers, awarded Compton Unified School District with $10,000 in funding to expand student health and wellness through the Fuel Up to Play 60 program.

Four local Black-owned restaurants will receive Restaurant Relief donations from the Chargers to help cover operational costs and/or community outreach initiatives for the month.

Two local medical doctors, a certified nurse practitioner and board certified nurse will all be guests of the Chargers in appreciation of their tireless service to the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

"To reemphasize the things that he did ... I think it's definitely important to continue to share his legacy."

The team got creative and with Pechanga Resort Casino, donated 200 bikes, locks, and helmets to children at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro L.A.

It's the season of giving, and the Los Angeles Chargers and Pepsi joined forces to give back to those in need in Sofi Stadium's own backyard. 

Chargers expanded partnership with Liberty Hill includes initial $100,000 donation to the Foundation in effort to promote equal economic, political and social rights/opportunities in the community.

Presented by Nationwide, the award recognizes a player's excellence both on and off the field.

"It is great that these kids have the players to look up to and show them how to be strong. If they keep working and fighting like this, then you can be a player like these guys when they grow up."

The Chargers and Pechanga are teaming up to encourage our community to Bolt the Vote Up.

The event honored and celebrated breast cancer survivors by treating them to at home facials for a morning of relaxation.

Approximately 50 students and staff from Stowers Elementary School in Cerritos joined along in the fitness fun.

"These are tough times for everyone, and I know every bit of help counts. This was my first Los Angeles foundation event, and I'm excited to be back helping in the community."

The team donated items to the youth football league to help keep them active this fall and winter since their season was postponed due to COVID-19.

The team kicked off a two-week virtual food drive leading into Hunger Action/Awareness Month in September.

"Summer was a chance for us to try different ways to keep students connected as part of their school community even in these uncertain times.  Our teachers to the Los Angeles Chargers and all involved have created a wonderful set of classes which helped students continue to learn."

"It's great to spend time and get to know the athletes and see how happy they are doing what they get to do. It's inspiring to see."

For the next 16-18 months, the puppy will be raised in L.A.by a volunteer who will socialize it and teach it commands to prepare it for life as an assistance dog. 

"The goal of this is to talk about the hard things that are happening in our lives, while coming up with positive ways to address that."

"The values taught through the game of the football – teamwork, perseverance, and discipline – are especially important in this challenging time, and the Chargers remain committed to protecting those ideals and supporting our community."

The partnership between the Bolts and the Alliance of Moms helps provide critical support to pregnant and parenting teens in L.A.'s foster youth system.

The Bolts want to help "undrafted free agents" at LA Animal Services find their fur-ever homes through the team's Dog Draft presented by Lazy Dog.

Join our media partners and us in supporting local students who no longer have the benefit of being in school every day.

The fundraiser on Apr. 2 will run on all KCBS/KCAL/CBSNLA platforms from 6:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. PT.

The award highlights a Southern California athlete who has given back in an extraordinary way to his or her community.

The former Chargers linebacker was selected for his exceptional efforts in honoring and supporting members of the military community.

The award recipient will be recognized at NFL Honors on Feb. 1.

The teams from SoCal and Minnesota squared off in an exhibition game of flag football before the Vikings-Chargers Week 15 matchup.

This week the Los Angeles Chargers honor Specialist Jennifer Campbell who proudly served our country in the United States Army.

This week the Los Angeles Chargers honor Gunnery Sergeant Williamson who proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps.

The Chargers and California Resources Corporation are proud to recognize the After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles.

The Chargers and California Resources Corporation are proud to recognize the Gold Coast Veterans Foundation (GCVF) based in Ventura County.

This week the Los Angeles Chargers honor Sergeant Porsche Davis who proudly served our country in the United States Air Force.

The Chargers made a 14-year-old's dream come true in Week 15, treating him to a V.I.P. tour and tickets to Sunday's game

The Chargers and California Resources Corporation are proud to recognize the Master of Business for Veterans (MBV) program at the University of Southern California.

Presented by Nationwide, the award recognizes a player's excellence both on and off the field.

The Chargers surprised more than 100 Inglewood elementary school students with free bikes and more Tuesday.

Chargers players will wear customized cleats to showcase both their personalities as well as foundations and causes they're passionate about.

This week the Los Angeles Chargers honor Sergeant William Sandoval who proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps.

The Chargers hosted their annual shoe giveaway Tuesday, a nearly 30-year tradition.

The award recognizes players around the league who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship on the field.

Each NFL team nominates one of its players for the award, which recognizes players around the league who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship on the field.

Presented by USAA, the award recognizes NFL players, coaches, personnel and Legends who demonstrate an exemplary commitment to honoring and supporting the military community.