On Friday, November 28, 2008, Pittsburgh Steelers’ QB Ben Roethlisberger announced the sixth grant in the 2008 grant cycle of the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at The Giving Back Fund. The foundation invited police and fire departments in nine cities to submit proposals detailing their needs. In Boston, the department sought and received financial assistance for the purchase of K-9 vehicle bailout systems. The systems, which attach to the rear door of police vehicles, enable officers to automatically release the canine from the vehicle in the event of emergency.In commenting on why the mission of the foundation is so important to him, Roethlisberger said, “Last year it was an honor and a privilege to work with police and fire departments in and around the Pittsburgh area as well as with others around the country. We have had the opportunity to see first-hand how important the dogs are to these men and women who risk their lives every day to protect us. It’s incredible to see the strong bond that is formed between the dogs and their partners both on the job and at home.”
Upon hearing the news that their department would receive the grant, Sergeant Francis Flynn of the Boston Police stated, “On behalf of the Boston Police K9 Unit, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ben Roethlisberger and the Foundation for their generosity and dedication to public safety. This grant will allow us to secure equipment that will greatly enhance both officer and canine safety. This is the second year we have received this grant, and we continue to be impressed with Ben’s dedication to supporting our community.”

The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation seeks to provide support for police and fire departments throughout the US. For more information about the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation or The Giving Back Fund, please visit www.bigben7.com or www.givingback.org

On Friday, November 28, 2008, Pittsburgh Steelers’ QB Ben Roethlisberger announced the sixth grant in the 2008 grant cycle of the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at The Giving Back Fund. The foundation invited police and fire departments in nine cities to submit proposals detailing their needs. In Boston, the department sought and received financial assistance for the purchase of K-9 vehicle bailout systems. The systems, which attach to the rear door of police vehicles, enable officers to automatically release the canine from the vehicle in the event of emergency.In commenting on why the mission of the foundation is so important to him, Roethlisberger said, “Last year it was an honor and a privilege to work with police and fire departments in and around the Pittsburgh area as well as with others around the country. We have had the opportunity to see first-hand how important the dogs are to these men and women who risk their lives every day to protect us. It’s incredible to see the strong bond that is formed between the dogs and their partners both on the job and at home.”
Upon hearing the news that their department would receive the grant, Sergeant Francis Flynn of the Boston Police stated, “On behalf of the Boston Police K9 Unit, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ben Roethlisberger and the Foundation for their generosity and dedication to public safety. This grant will allow us to secure equipment that will greatly enhance both officer and canine safety. This is the second year we have received this grant, and we continue to be impressed with Ben’s dedication to supporting our community.”

The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation seeks to provide support for police and fire departments throughout the US. For more information about the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation or The Giving Back Fund, please visit www.bigben7.com or www.givingback.org