Atlantic Street Center, just like everyone else, is ecstatic about the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl win. This victory is a long time coming and it shows how sports continue to be a community unifier.
This triumph is not the first time our crew at Atlantic Street Center (ASC) has cheered on the Seattle Seahawks. But, the Seahawks have also cheered us on. Their organization – from players to office staff – have supported ASC numerous times over the last few decades.
The Seahawks are not the only sports team that has shown up for Atlantic Street Center. Much of our success and ability to wrap around the families we serve has been made possible by our local sports teams:
- Kraken – Families have received tickets from our beloved hockey team, and the organization has also gifted ASC with signed merchandise and premium game seats to auction off at our most recent gala.
- Mariners – Sea Us Rise! The Mariners often gift our families with tickets to games at T Mobile Park, helping to form valuable core memories for kids and parents. The renowned, and soon-to-be-former game announcer, Rick Rizzs and Toys for Kids continue to be a huge supporter of ASC. Every summer, they supply our youth with new backpacks and tools for school, as well as award us the means to purchase holiday gifts for more than 650 children and their families every December.
- Seahawks – Not only have the Seahawks been a major supporter of our mission, their players have also spent intentional time with the youth and families we serve. Former quarterback Geno Smith would regularly meet up with our families before Thanksgiving to give out food gift cards, the team has also sponsored events, gifted presents to families in need throughout December, and even invited our Summer Academy students to several practices at the VMAC.
- Seawolves – Rugby is a favorite here at ASC! Their support helped us raise funds at our most recent gala with the donation of a tickets to a match.
- Sounders – Seattle is such a soccer city! The Sounders continue to be a major proponent of ASC’s success by including us in experiences, auction items, and sponsorship.
- Storm – Don’t get us started about our basketball obsession. Year after year, the Seattle Storm makes sure our youth and families have the opportunity to attend a home game, experiencing some of the best basketball in the country!
