The Last Word: DFW Sports Stars & Legends Team Up for North Texas Giving Day

Local Athletes Join Forces to Raise Money for Area Nonprofits

Dallas, TX - December 1, 2023

On North Texas Giving Day, December 1, 2023, several of the most iconic sports stars and legends from the Dallas-Fort Worth area will join forces to raise money for local nonprofits. The event will be held online and will feature a variety of ways for people to donate, including online auctions, raffles, and direct donations. All proceeds from the event will benefit a variety of local charities, including those that support education, healthcare, and the arts.

Some of the athletes who have already committed to participating in the event include:

• Emmitt Smith, Dallas Cowboys running back
• Troy Aikman, Dallas Cowboys quarterback
• Michael Irvin, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver
• Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas Mavericks forward
• Jason Kidd, Dallas Mavericks point guard
• Roger Staubach, Dallas Cowboys quarterback
• Nolan Ryan, Texas Rangers pitcher
• Pudge Rodriguez, Texas Rangers catcher

The event is being organized by The Last Word, a local sports media company. The Last Word has a long history of supporting local charities, and they are excited to use their platform to help raise money for North Texas Giving Day.

"We are so grateful to these amazing athletes for their willingness to give back to the community," said Last Word CEO David Aldridge. "Their support will make a real difference in the lives of many people in North Texas."

People can donate to North Texas Giving Day by visiting the event's website at www.northtexasgivingday.org. The website will be live on December 1, 2023, and will feature a variety of ways to donate.