Former NFL Star Jack Brewer launches weekly free grocery initiative at Pine Ridge Education Center

Former NFL player Jack Brewer and his foundation have partnered with Pine Ridge Education Center to provide free weekly groceries to students’ families, aiming to support at-risk youth and their communities.

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The initiative, valued at approximately $400 per family each week, kicks off on Friday, January 17, at 2:30 p.m. and will continue every Friday through the end of the school year.

The grocery distribution underscores the partnership between Pine Ridge Education Center and the Jack Brewer Foundation, which focuses on mentorship, education, and essential resources to empower students and families. Pine Ridge Education Center serves as an alternative school within the Broward County Public Schools system, offering support for at-risk students.

The Jack Brewer Foundation has supported Pine Ridge Education Center for the past seven years, including funding after-school and summer programs, holiday gifts, and the Blessings From Your Father initiative which has provided hundreds of pairs of shoes to students who need them.

Event Details:

  • What: Weekly grocery distribution for Pine Ridge Education Center families
  • When: Friday, January 17, 2025, at 2:30 p.m.
  • Where: Pine Ridge Education Center, 1251 S.W. 42nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317

Jack Brewer, known for his philanthropic work, emphasized the importance of ensuring families have the resources they need to thrive.

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