Tifton native, former NFL player, Roy Hart Jr. teams up with Tifton’s non-profit, Jake’s Hands to host holiday fundraiser

TIFTON, Ga. – Tifton native and NFL player, Mr. Roy Hart Jr. teams up with Tifton’s beloved non-profit organization, Jake’s Hands, to host a holiday fundraiser.

In a heartwarming effort to bring holiday cheer to the community, Jake’s Hands is set to host it’s holiday fundraiser on Friday, October 20th, at the Tift Theater, running from 2pm to 4pm.

“Jake’s Hands is a local non-profit organization, where we provide meals and services within our community,” said Latasha & Corey Howard, Jake’s Hands President, Vice President.

Former Tift County Blue Devil and NFL player, Mr. Roy Hart Jr., will be collaborating with Jake’s Hands in a charitable endeavor to collect toys and donations for underprivileged children, ensuring they have a joyous holiday season.

“They can look forward to an incredible evening of me speaking with the community about the necessary amenities that needs to be performed in the local community here in Tifton. Last year, I had a young lady call me from Tift county and ask me about toys for kids for Christmas. So, being a local Blue Devil and being born and raised here in Tift county, I got in touch with my brother, Santonio Taylor, and he put me in tough with Jake’s Hands. To be able to put an event together, a local motivational event; and also raise donated funds and toys to distribute to the young kids that maybe not be as fortunate to have them throughout the holiday season,” said Roy Hart Jr., former Tift County Blue Devil, NFL player.

Roy Hart Jr. Is also recognized for his ceaseless dedication to serving the Las Vegas community.

“Being born and raised in Tift county, that’s something that is really special to myself. And having an opportunity to play for the Blue Devils, go to the University of South Carolina, and be chosen to be a pro football player in the national football league was absolutely special. And, being able to come back and share some of those experiences and memories that have led me to the point where I am today, will be absolutely fantastic,” said Roy Hart Jr., former Tift County Blue Devil, NFL player.

Jake’s Hands have more planned, as they prepare for the Essence on Main Festival taking place this Saturday.

“You guys come out tomorrow from 2 p.m. -4 p.m. here at the Tift Theater; and come back on Saturday, we have the Essence on Main Festival here at downtown Tifton in the Cato Knight parking lot, from 3:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. You will get to hear Roy Hart speak again. So, follow us on jakeshands.org ,” said Latasha Howard, President, Jake’s Hands.

De’Andra Jacobs reporting.

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