Mission Statement:
Deuce McAllister's Catch 22 Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the lives of under-privileged youth and adolescents in the Gulf South Region primarily through the establishment of positive role models in their lives, providing unique opportunities for them to experience, and a financial commitment to making a difference.
History:
McAllister was born in Lena, Mississippi, who went on to attend The University of Mississippi. As an Ole Miss Rebel, McAllister broke and set many records as a running back. In college, during his down time, McAllister could be found visiting with children in the community establishing himself as a positive role model on and off the field. In 2001, he was drafted in the first round as the 23rd overall selection by the New Orleans Saints.
He wasted no time getting to know the New Orleans community. As a rookie, McAllister participated in NORD park and pool openings, various school visits as a guest speaker, Children's Hospital of New Orleans, and various other charitable outings. After one year of orientation in the NFL, McAllister decided he wanted to start a foundation to maximize his giving in the communities he knows best - New Orleans area and Jackson area. Thus, founding The Catch 22 Foundation. To date, Deuce McAllister and his Catch 22 Foundation have donated over one million dollars between Mississippi and Louisiana.
Southeast Louisiana/Jackson, MS area Events and Programs:
The Catch 22 Foundation is committed to making a difference in both regions. Money that is raised in Mississippi stays in Mississippi and the money raised in New Orleans stays in New Orleans.
Deucedays - Twice a month, during the school year, Catch 22 sponsors an outing for local youth. Members of the area university sports teams donate their time to chaperone the outings. Outings may include museums, sporting events, bowling, prom preparations, and swamp tours to name a few.
Shopping With Deuce - December, 2005 will mark the fourth annual holiday shopping adventure. Catch 22 will provide 130 local youth with a $100.00 shopping spree adventure. Each child is partnered with a Saints player, VooDoo player, or local college athlete to complete their holiday shopping.
Deucegiving - Coca-Cola and Catch 22 partner in an effort to provide 100 less fortunate families in the Greater New Orleans Area with Thanksgiving dinners. Each year a different grocery store in the area has hosted us, and donated a portion of the meals. 2005 will mark our fourth year of Deucegiving.
Due to Off-Season Conditioning and the early start of Training Camp in July, Deuce is unable to accept any further requests for appearances until after September 16, 2007. When submitting your request for appearances and donations, please adhere to the submission deadlines and check the current calendar on the website for conflicting dates.
Donation and Appearance Requests
Please email catch22@deucenissan.com if you have additional questions.
For further information, please contact:
Josselyn Miller - Foundation Director
504-251-7821
