Signed by the Broncos as an unrestricted free agent on March 20, 2022, Singleton has consistently demonstrated a commitment to using his platform to impact the community during his three seasons as a Bronco. Singleton's commitment to his community has not wavered throughout his time in Denver, continuously expanding the reach of his impact varying from empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to serving as an ambassador to lift up the work of nonprofits.
SINGLETON'S 2024 COMMUNITY WORK
During his sixth NFL season, Alex Singleton deepened his commitment to giving back and helping make sports more accessible for individuals with intellectual disabilities through his long-standing relationship with Special Olympics.
Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-style sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Singleton serves as a local and national ambassador for the organization and uses his platform to amplify their work year-round.
Launched in February 2024 at Super Bowl Media Row, Singleton is featured in Special Olympics' School of Strength: Snack Zone video series – a national video nutrition campaign for Special Olympics athletes, led by Special Olympics athletes. In the U.S., 60% of Special Olympics athletes are overweight or obese. The campaign targets athletes in their late teens and 20s to learn more about the nutritional benefits of choosing healthier snacks and how healthy snacks can fuel them to feel stronger on the playing field. The campaign is funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and has far reaching impact as the first of its kind in the over 50-year history of Special Olympics.
Singleton commits to regular volunteer opportunities with Special Olympics Colorado throughout the year. His commitment has included the annual Polar Plunge (March), free football clinics (July), training camp hosting (August) and school visits (September).
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, he volunteered at a unified flag football practice at Regis University. He helped the players participate in drills, before surprising the Regis University team with a National Banner Award from Special Olympics International. This award is given to a school that has demonstrated a commitment to inclusion by meeting 10 standards of excellence. Regis University is one of only four schools in Colorado to receive this award.
"Alex Singleton has been a longtime supporter of Special Olympics and Special Olympics Colorado", wrote Megan Scremin, president and CEO of Special Olympics Colorado, in a statement to DenverBroncos.com. His success on the football field is making countless opportunities possible for the more than 16,000 athletes that we serve. Special Olympics Colorado is grateful to Alex for his advocacy, generosity and friendship."
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