MetLife is teaming up with the New York Jets and New York Giants to support programs that help students develop and succeed. As part of its “Inside the Huddle” initiative, MetLife will raise awareness and funds for Year Up New York | New Jersey and the New York City Police Foundation’s Far Rockaway Giants, and the Harlem Giants.
The Jets program with Year Up, a workforce development organization, will offer a Year Up program participant, in partnership with Year Up Professional Resources (YUPRO), a professional internship at MetLife Stadium. The internship will be in the Stadium’s technology department and will also offer exposure to all facets of MetLife Stadium operations.
The Giants partnership with the Far Rockaway (Queens) and Harlem (Manhattan) Giants provides at-risk youth with opportunities to be tutored and mentored, learn life skills, and play football in conjunction with the New York City (NYC) Police Foundation, NYPD, and NYC Department of Education.
“‘Inside the Huddle’ is one way we’re investing in young people in our communities, who with equitable access to opportunity, can build more confident futures,” said MetLife Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Michael Roberts. “We’re proud to partner with the New York Giants and New York Jets on this initiative, which enables us to continue to live MetLife’s purpose.”
In addition, kicking off November 6, 2022, distinct online auctions with the Jets and Giants will offer authentic merchandise, including photos, footballs, jerseys and helmets signed by current and former players, as well as one-of-a-kind experiences with active-roster players. MetLife will contribute $30,000 in matching funds to both the Giants and Jets auctions for a total of $60,000 committed to benefit their respective charitable organizations: the Far Rockaway Giants, the Harlem Giants and Year Up New York | New Jersey.
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