Giving back. It is a simple concept, but one not grasped often enough. One person who fully understands what it means to give back, however is Jason Taylor, legendary Miami Dolphins Defensive End and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017. From his humble beginnings as a Pittsburgh youth serving as a missionary, to his endless hours of community involvement as an NFL superstar, Jason Taylor has always given something of himself to those less fortunate. In July 2004, Jason’s philanthropy inspired him to establish the Jason Taylor Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization. The Foundation’s mission is to support and create programs that facilitate the personal growth and empowerment of South Florida’s children in need by focusing on improved health care, education and quality of life. Since opening its doors, the Jason Taylor Foundation has contributed more than $9,000,000 in programs and services to benefit youth. Additionally, the Jason Taylor Foundation prides itself on its original, innovative, impactful programming including “Cool Gear for the School Year”, the Jason Taylor Reading Room at New Renaissance Middle School, the Omari Hardwick bluapple Poetry Network, “Louder Than a Bomb Florida” and others. With Jason’s undying commitment and the continued support of community members and civic leaders alike, the Jason Taylor Foundation will work tirelessly to achieve its goal of building a better future for the youth of South Florida.