Los Angeles' Cameron Dicker Named Week 11 NFLPA Community MVP
Los Angeles' Cameron Dicker Named Week 11 NFLPA Community MVP
WASHINGTON D.C. – Cameron Dicker has been named the Week 11 NFLPA Community MVP for his work connecting with and empowering individuals impacted by intellectual and developmental disabilities alongside the Friendship Foundation.
“In Matthew 20:28, Jesus says, ‘Even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.’ This verse is the cornerstone of how to live like Jesus,” the Los Angeles Chargers kicker said. “I have been blessed with this life, and this verse is a constant reminder to live for something greater than myself.”
During the Chargers’ November 10 home game, Dicker treated 30 participants, caregivers and volunteers from the Friendship Foundation to a VIP experience. The group enjoyed premium seats, met Dicker on the field post-game and took photos together during what was a memorable moment for all involved.
Dicker first connected with the Friendship Foundation during training camp this past summer, where he was moved by its mission to change the lives of those ages 8-35+ living with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as their families, caretakers and ultimately, society as a whole. Since then, the third-year pro has spent many of his Monday mornings with the charitable organization’s Walking Club, going around a local neighborhood with the group while stopping along the way to play games at a park and enjoy conversations.
“It’s an honor to be able to be a steward and servant to God,” Dicker said.
Since joining the NFL in 2022, Dicker has prioritized using his time and platform to support others. In addition to his work with the Friendship Foundation, he is a frequent visitor for the patients at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). Most recently, he attended the Chargers’ seventh annual Boo at the Bolt event at CHLA, in partnership with the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation and the nonprofit Walk With Sally. Dicker joined in the activities including a puppy party, face painting and a special book reading.
In recognition of Dicker being named the NFLPA Community MVP for Week 11, the NFLPA will donate $10,000 to his foundation or charity of choice. In turn, Dicker will take part in a special visit to a local school, children’s hospital, or community center. Along with the other 2024-25 Community MVPs, he will also be eligible for the Alan Page Community Award, which is the NFLPA’s highest player honor and includes an additional $100,000 donation.
For its 11th season, the Community MVP program is teaming up with two supporting partners: Young Minds Inspired (YMI) and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA). As the nation's leading provider of free educational outreach programs, YMI will bring this year’s NFLPA Community MVPs to classrooms across the country through lesson plans about community service, inspired by the players' philanthropic work. BBBSA is also inviting this season’s Community MVPs to partner with its 230+ agencies across the country, providing these athletes with more opportunities to engage with youth through its volunteer-supported mentoring network.
The Community MVP campaign is part of the NFLPA's continued efforts to support the year-round civic outreach and engagement of its player members. Please visit the NFLPA Community MVP website to learn more about the program.
2024-25 NFLPA Community MVP winners:
Week 1: Alex Highsmith, Pittsburgh Steelers
Week 2: K.J. Osborn, New England Patriots
Week 3: Jordan Hicks, Cleveland Browns
Week 4: Alexander Mattison, Las Vegas Raiders
Week 5: Nate Wiggins, Baltimore Ravens
Week 6: Ernest Jones IV, Tennessee Titans
Week 7: Denzel Ward, Cleveland Browns
Week 8: Demario Davis, New Orleans Saints
Week 9: Ray Davis, Buffalo Bills
Week 10: Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens
Week 11: Cameron Dicker, Los Angeles Chargers
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