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The "pLAymakers" program recognizes 13 Angelenos each year for their efforts to fight injustice and pioneer with purpose in their communities. Each "pLAymaker" is showcased on the Rams website, receives a financial grant and is recognized on-field at a Rams home game at SoFi Stadium.

In partnership with United Way of Greater Los Angeles, the Rams host WalkUnitedLA, a family-friendly walk/run to support fire recovery and combat poverty through education, housing, and economic opportunity. The event raises funds for an array of social justice initiatives, all working to build a more equitable Los Angeles.

The Rams annual Kickoff for Charity event celebrates the start of the football season and raises funds to benefit the Los Angeles community. This signature event features a season preview from Rams Head Coach Sean McVay and allows fans and sponsors to be seated at tables alongside their favorite Rams players.

Annually, the Rams team up with Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties to raise funds to fulfill the wishes of local children who are battling life-threatening illnesses. Over the past four years, the "Rams Night for Wishes" has raised more than $2 million and helped to grant over 240 wishes for children.

Taste of the Rams is an annual event where attendees can sample food from top Los Angeles restaurants, bid on an array of items, and meet the participating chefs as well as Rams players. The event has raised more than $1.4 million to combat hunger and provided nearly five million meals for food insecure Angelenos.

The Rams Readers literacy program encourages elementary school students across Los Angeles to discover the excitement and adventure of reading. The program features school visits by Rampage, Rams Cheerleaders, players, staff and Legends to read "Ride With Rampage" to students.

The PLAY 60 Field Day is a health and wellness initiative to engage K – 5th grade students with the game of football in a non-competitive setting while promoting healthy eating habits and encouraging students to move their bodies for 60 minutes a day.

The LA Promise Fund Internship exposes high school students to opportunities in a professional setting, while expanding their skills, experiences, and network as they prepare for college. The program prepares students entering the workforce following high school or college graduation and exposes them to career opportunities in professional sports and beyond.

The Kenny Washington Memorial Scholarship celebrates Kenny Washington and his impact on the Rams and the NFL. The scholarship provides up to four years of financial support and advisement from Fulfillment Fund for 13 students from lower-resourced communities who are among the first in their families to pursue post-secondary education.

The Los Angeles Rams Rising Stars, presented by Ticketmaster, highlights local SoCal youth and high school football players based on their on-field performance, sportsmanship, leadership, and positive impact on game days. Players will be nominated and selected across Youth Football (flag or tackle), High School Boys, and High School Girls. At the end of the season, fans can vote for a Player of the Year in each category.

The Certified #RamsHouse program supports small, minority owned businesses throughout Inglewood and the broader Los Angeles region. Since the launch of the program, the team has supported 83 local business and 40 small businesses in Inglewood.

During every home game, the Rams operate a 50/50 raffle, where fans may purchase 50/50 raffle tickets until the two-minute warning in the fourth quarter. The winner receives half (50%) of the jackpot total from the game's raffle ticket sales and the other half (50%) benefits the Los Angeles Rams Foundation.

Game-used gear, player-signed merchandise and more are up for grabs at Rams Auctions with proceeds supporting the LA community.

Leading up the Rams home Crucial Catch game, Rampage and Rams Cheerleaders surprise cancer fighters and survivors with personalized jerseys and tickets to the game. During the game, the "Crucial Catch Captains" are recognized on the field to honor their resilient battle against cancer.