Greetings Bronco Fans! The holidays are upon us which means it is time for the Denver Bronco Cheerleaders 4th Annual “Cheer for the Troops” Charity. I’m sure you are asking yourself “What is Cheer for the Troops?” and “Why haven’t I heard of it before?” To answer your questions, “Cheer for the Troops” began three years ago, and was inspired by my husband, Josh’s, 15-month deployment to Iraq in 2006.
But I am getting ahead of myself. First off, who am I? Hi everyone. My name is Jenn Woodworth. I am a former Denver Bronco Cheerleader (2006-2009), and am currently heading up “Cheer for the Troops”. I am working side-by-side with my best friend, and one of your current Denver Bronco Cheerleaders, Brianne Bateman.
Now back to your questions. “Cheer for the Troops” is a charity that as cheerleaders we have founded and participated in to bring “cheer” to our military men and women deployed for the holidays. We collect goodies, letters, and Broncos gear to make fun holiday gift packages. It is just our way of saying thank you to all of the men and women who sacrifice their lives to protect us here at home.
As the wife of a soldier, I know first hand how difficult it is to be away from your loved one, especially around the holidays. I would just like to take a moment to personally say thank you to all of our military and to their families. We are so grateful for you and your service.
Originally “Cheer for the Troops” was something that we did within the cheerleader organization. We donated all the gifts, packed and shipped them solely as DBC. After an amazing response from grateful soldiers our first year, we figured it was our duty as representatives of the Bronco organization to continue to let this program flourish. Now four years later we are reaching out to all of you…Bronco fans! We need YOU to make this program bigger and better.
In the spirit of the holidays, we are asking Bronco fans to come together and become apart of this amazing charity. This is your time to give back, and says thanks to our brave men and women deployed for the holidays. If you would like to help us make one of our holiday packages we are accepting gift donations at the team store from November 27th-December 3rd. Anything you can give will help brighten the day of one of our soldiers.
For more information, and a list of approved gift items please visit our website here. Click on Cheerleaders, then the Cheer for the Troops link.
For additional questions please don’t hesitate to contact me at: Cheer4TheTroops@Yahoo.com Thank you in advance for all your help.
God Bless America…and oh yeah…GO BRONCOS!!!
Sincerely,
Jenn Woodworth
DBC Alumni
I said this on Veteran’s Day but we should say it everyday:
Thank you to all who have served and are currently serving the great country of USA. My family and I are YOUR #1 Fan.
Our troops are the reason why this country is what it is… the land of the free because of the brave. Your sacrifice is very much appreciated. Can’t say thank you enough to all those who have served and who currently are. God Bless!
Never stated it cuz I doubt any read this but I do feel the same way….much respect, putting your life on the line, current soldiers and older veterans….Also many NFL players (and all athletes) that gave up a priviledged life style to defend this country….Not a fan of War at all but it is a part of this world we live in and we appreciate all soldiers for protecting our freedom.
Hi Jenn,
I just can’t thank you and the other cheerleaders enough for taking on this project. It is so needed and obviously the least we can do for all of our military who are in harm’s way so that we can be safe here at home.
As Bronco fans, we are so grateful for the service of your husband and all the others who are deployed overseas.
The Cheer for the Troops project is the latest in a long series of great projects that the Bronco Cheerleaders have taken on to support our troops and I know from reading the blogs in previous years that you do long hours of community service here at home as well.
You ladies are really the some of the best role models young girls in the community can have and, as Bronco fans, we couldn’t be more proud of you.
My wife and I will definitely make some contributions at the team store and we wish you all the best.
Don