Washington D.C. – Jeremy Chinn has been selected as the Week 3 NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Community MVP after hosting a season kickoff celebration for 90 teenagers experiencing homelessness in Nevada.
"Being recognized as a staple in the community is a major honor," the Las Vegas Raiders safety said. "My charitable motivations come from wanting to uplift, support and inspire young people facing unfortunate circumstances."
The special event featured a dinner, live DJ set, an interactive football game, free haircuts and a meet-and-greet with Chinn. By teaming up with Health Plan of Nevada Medicaid and HELP of Southern Nevada's Shannon West Homeless Youth Center, each attendee also received a set of essential items, including a drawstring backpack, shorts, hoodie and athletic sandals.
"It's an honor to be a part of something that brings joy and support to these incredible young people," Chinn said. "Everyone deserves to feel seen, valued and supported — and events like this remind us of the power of community and compassion."
Chinn's passion for helping people experiencing homelessness stems from his own childhood, when he saw his aunt face those challenges firsthand. Today, that experience fuels the mission of the Jeremy Chinn Foundation to support individuals and families in need.
Since entering the league in 2020, Chinn has used his platform to provide practical assistance and resources through events in his team cities to help individuals — particularly youth — transition out of homelessness.
While with the Carolina Panthers, Chinn worked closely with Charlotte Family Housing to provide new winter coats and back-to-school supplies for families. After joining the Washington Commanders, he demonstrated a similar commitment to this cause by hosting a holiday party for homeless teens at Covenant House in the Washington D.C. area. And earlier this year, after signing with the Raiders, Chinn and his foundation donated $14,000 to Firefly Children and Family Alliance in Indianapolis as a way to empower youth facing housing insecurity and assist families in need.
In recognition of Chinn being named NFLPA Community MVP for Week 3, the NFL Players Association will donate $10,000 to the Chinn Foundation. Along with the other Community MVPs from this season, 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.
As part of a new supporting partnership with GoFundMe, the world's leading fundraising platform, fans can now also make a difference by contributing to the NFLPA Community MVP's selected nonprofit. To make a donation to the Chinn Foundation in honor of his recognition as Week 3 NFLPA Community MVP, please visit this customized page. All donations are tax-deductible, and funds will go directly to the designated nonprofit organizations.
Now in its 12th season, the NFLPA's award-winning Community MVP campaign is part of the union's continued efforts to support the year-round civic outreach and engagement of its player members. For more information about NFLPA Community MVP program, visit here.
