Fred VanVleet
Philanthropy
Sick Kid VS
When Fred VanVleet heard the call for basketball players to come together to help build a new SickKids, he knew he had to be part of the SickKids VS: Join Your Crew campaign. “I’ve been fortunate over the years to have had the opportunity to visit the hospital and meet so many inspiring kids and their families,” said Fred. “Now that I’m a new dad, the importance of that hospital hits home a little more for me. I’m honoured to be able to rally the community to join the fight for a new SickKids.” Join Fred VanVleet on the Ballers crew by visiting www.joinyourcrew.ca #SickKidsVS
Fred VanVleet may be becoming a superstar in Toronto, but he will never forget where he came from. Last Thanksgiving, Fred gave away two hundred turkeys to families in need in his homestead of west side Rockford, Illinois. This past year also saw the introductory Fred VanVleet Fan Fest, where a five dollar donation gained fans entrance to the party and, raising over $500 for Rockford basketball programs. In addition to the block party, VanVleet hosted a basketball camp for Rockford youth, charging only $90 for two days of camp