IRVING, Texas (July 7, 2022) – The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) continued its campaign to celebrate its historic 75th Anniversary: NFF 75: A Legacy of Looking Forward, kicking off a series of initiatives this month.
The NFF 75th Anniversary campaign, which was launched earlier this year, is reinforcing the collective efforts of the countless leaders who have been involved with the NFF through the years and their commitment to keeping the game strong. The celebration began with a tribute video, featuring heartfelt observations from past NFF Honorees who paid homage to the role the sport has played in their lives and how it has enriched the communities where they live. Click here to watch the video.
“The game of football impacts so many people on and off the field – and is truly a sport that unites people from different communities and all walks of life,” said NFF Chairman Archie Manning. “There are many powerful facets to the game, and we want to use our platform and this historic anniversary to generate an appreciation for the NFF and the role it plays in protecting the game for future generations.”
75th Anniversary Campaign Components
- Branding & Marketing: Earlier this year, the NFF unveiled its 75th commemorative logo, which has been integrated into all NFF marketing materials, including the NFF website, social media graphics, print advertisements, PSAs for use in media guides, in-stadium videos, digital channels, and a special commemorative 75th Anniversary lapel pin.
- Content: The NFF has been featuring some of the greatest players, moments and storylines from the last 75 years encompassing everything from youth to professional football on its social media channels. Fans have been encouraged to join the conversation by sharing their own favorite moments and utilizing the hashtag #NFF75.
- NFF Annual Awards Dinner: The glitz and prestige of the NFF Annual Awards Dinner will be punctuated by the induction of the 2022 College Football Hall of Fame Class, the recognition of the 2022 NFF National Scholar-Athlete Class Presented by Fidelity Investments and the presentation of the 33rd William V. Campbell Trophy®. The NFF will also provide special 75th Anniversary recognition to former College Football Hall of Fame inductees and Campbell Trophy® recipients during the event.
- Hall of Famers: The NFF will continue its traditional NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salutes presented by Fidelity Investments, working with schools to hold events celebrating the achievements of each member of the 2022 College Football Hall of Fame Class and the rich history and prestige of their alma maters and their college football programs.
- Special NFF Membership: The NFF launched a special commemorative 75th Anniversary membership package in April, asking people to join and become a “Protector of the Game.” The Diamond Jubilee membership package includes a high-performance t-shirt and a 30oz travel mug emblazoned with the one-time-only 75th Anniversary logo. Click here to learn more and join.
- Capstone Event: Finally, the celebration of 75 years will conclude with the announcement of the 2023 College Football Hall of Fame Class in a new, thrilling way.
For more information, please visit https://footballfoundation.org/
ABOUT The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame
Founded in 1947 with early leadership from General Douglas MacArthur, legendary Army coach Earl “Red” Blaik and immortal journalist Grantland Rice, The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame is a non-profit educational organization that runs programs designed to use the power of amateur football in developing scholarship, citizenship and athletic achievement in young people. With 120 chapters in 47 states, NFF programs include the selection and induction of members of the College Football Hall of Fame; the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta; Future For Football; The William V. Campbell Trophy®; the NFF National Scholar-Athlete Class Presented by Fidelity Investments; the NFF National High School Academic Excellence Award; and a series of initiatives to honor the legends of the past and inspire the leaders of the future. NFF corporate partners include Catapult, Delta Air Lines, Fidelity Investments, Jostens, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the New York Athletic Club, the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation and the Sports Business Journal. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @NFFNetwork and learn more at footballfoundation.org.
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