Humanitarians Archive - Heisman

Larry Fitzgerald Jr.

Paul Goldberg — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:54:49 +0000

The Heisman Trophy Trust selected NFL football great, philanthropist and Heisman runner-up Larry Fitzgerald Jr., as the recipient of the 2025 Heisman Humanitarian Award. Fitzgerald Jr. starred at the University of Pittsburgh from 2002–2003, earning unanimous All-American honors and finishing as a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2003 with 161 receptions for 2,677 yards, and a […]

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Misty Copeland

Paul Goldberg — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:51:28 +0000

The Heisman Trophy Trust selected celebrated ballet dancer and advocate Misty Copeland as the recipient of the 2024 Heisman Humanitarian Award. Copeland, a groundbreaking figure in the world of ballet, became the first African American woman promoted to principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre (ABT) in 2015. Beyond her illustrious career, Copeland’s work as an […]

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Solomon Thomas

Paul Goldberg — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:51:58 +0000

The Heisman Trophy Trust selected New York Jets Defensive Lineman Solomon Thomas as the recipient of the 2023 Heisman Humanitarian Award. The Defensive Line (TDL) has a mission to end the epidemic of youth suicide, especially for young people of color, by transforming the way we communicate and connect about mental health. “Solomon’s contributions to […]

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Mike Krzyzewski

Paul Goldberg — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 23:35:32 +0000

The Heisman Trophy Trust selected former Duke University Men’s Basketball Coach Mike Krzyzewski as the recipient of the 2022 Heisman Humanitarian Award. Krzyzewski, whose Emily K Center annually serves up to 2,000 students from K-through-12 in the Durham, N.C. area to provide foundational support in all aspects of their young academic careers, was presented with […]

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Curtis Granderson

Paul Goldberg — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 17:23:54 +0000

Major League Baseball star Curtis Granderson, whose Grand Kids Foundation has spearheaded nearly 15 years of community service benefiting thousands of kids and families, was named the recipient of the 2021 Heisman Humanitarian Award. The honor was presented at the 87th Annual Heisman Memorial Trophy Dinner Gala in 2021, where along with his award Granderson […]

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Kristi Yamaguchi

Chris Huston — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 13:32:16 +0000

U.S. figure skating champion and Olympic gold medalist Kristi Yamaguchi became the 14th Annual Heisman Humanitarian Award in recognition of her service and dedication to underprivileged youth. Yamaguchi is widely known for her hard work and dedication throughout her figure skating career. Yamaguchi initially started skating as therapy for her club feet, but it quickly […]

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Mark Teixeira

webapps — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 17:37:00 +0000

Former Major League Baseball All-Star Mark Teixeira was awarded the 13th Annual Heisman Humanitarian Award by the Heisman Trophy Trust in recognition of his many years of giving back within the community. The three-time All-Star and 2009 World Series champion played 14 seasons with the Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Angels and the New York Yankees. […]

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Ernie Els

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:42:15 +0000

Golf legend Ernie Els was awarded the twelfth annual Heisman Humanitarian Award by the Heisman Trophy Trust in recognition of his diligent efforts in assisting those with Autism. Els is one of the most accomplished golfers in the world, having won four major championships, winner of the U.S. Open and The Open Championship twice and […]

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Alan Page

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:41:09 +0000

College and Pro Football Hall of Famer and retired Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Alan Page is the eleventh Heisman Humanitarian Award Winner. The award was given in recognition of Page’s tireless efforts in assisting students of color achieve their dreams in furthering their education. “I doubt that it would have occurred to anyone when I […]

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Boomer Esiason

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:34:47 +0000

Boomer Esiason, the 10th recipient of the Heisman Humanitarian Award, is one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history. Drafted out of Maryland by Cincinnati in the second round of the 1984 draft, Esiason was named a four-time pro bowler, the 1988 NFL Most Valuable Player and the Walter Payton Man of the Year […]

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Joe Torre

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:32:08 +0000

Joe Torre, the ninth recipient of the Heisman Humanitarian Award, has become one of the faces of baseball over the course of more than a half-century in the game. Despite a successful 15-year playing career that included several All-Star selections and the 1971 MVP, Torre is best remembered as one of the most successful managers […]

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David Robinson

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:30:08 +0000

David Robinson was honored as the eight recipient of the Heisman Humanitarian Award in 2013. As a basketball player, Robinson followed in his father’s footsteps and attended the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, to study mathematics. He won the prestigious Wooden and Naismith Awards and was selected by the San Antonio Spurs as the first […]

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Jeff Gordon

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:26:58 +0000

Jeff Gordon is a four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and, with 86 career wins, is one of the world’s most recognizable drivers. Gordon began his racing career at the age of five and had won 35 main events by age six. His penchant for success continued throughout his career, emphasized by his rank of third […]

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Marty Lyons

webapps — Wed, 16 May 2018 19:24:58 +0000

Marty Lyons was drafted by the New York Jets in the first round of the 1979 NFL Draft. He entered the NFL following a successful career as an All-American defensive tackle at the University of Alabama, where he helped lead the team to a National Championship in 1978. Lyons enjoyed a flourishing professional football career […]

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Warrick Dunn

webapps — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:16:03 +0000

Warrick Dunn was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 12th overall in the 1997 NFL Draft, after playing college football at Florida State. Dunn was named AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1997 and earned three Pro Bowl selections in his career. He played for the Atlanta Falcons from 2002 to 2007 between stints […]

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