2010 Upcoming Events
7th Annual Trufant Family Foundation Celebration- Date TBD
Fundraising Dinner and Auction- Date TBD
Bowling and Billiards Tournament- Date TBD in October
Past Events
When: July 11–15, 2008
Where: Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA
4th Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling and Billiards Classic
A heartfelt thank you to all who joined Marcus Trufant and his Seattle Seahawk teammates as they took to the lanes and billiards for charity at ACME Bowl on October 15, 2007. We had the largest crowd yet at the 4th Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling and Billiards Classic. We had 33 Seattle Seahawk players, Blue Thunder, Sea Gals, Blitz, Seahawk Pro Shop, and more than 350 supporters. We are excited about the support we have received and thank all who helped further the goal of the Trufant Family Foundation - "...community involved in helping dreams comes true...".
Your generous support helped the Foundation raise just under $70,000. The money goes to support families and children in our community. These funds will benefit the Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Sickle Cell programs, Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound, Marcus Trufant Inspirational Scholarships, and other Foundation programs.
We could not have done it without the support and generosity of our event partners, sponsors and the public. This year the 'Classic' featured noteworthy celebrities like Jeannie Naccarato, a 23 year professional bowler veteran who rolled out the first ball to start the tournament. Bill Schwartz, 710 KIRO News Talk radio was the emcee, and Lenny Wilkins and Warren Moon stopped by to join in the fun. "New York" Vinnie, who has been the emcee for the last 3 years was our special guest and a bowler-how well he bowled? only Vinnie knows! Live music was provided by 'Smooth', with Marcus's dad, Lloyd Trufant, on bass and vocals. A special appearance by Chris Gardner, author of The Pursuit of Happiness rounded out the celebrities for the evening. 2007 winners of the 4th Annual Bowling & Billiards Classic are David Kirtman, top Seahawk bowler; Brandon Mebane, top Seahawk pool player. Their names will be placed on the perpetual plaque for bragging rights throughout 2007. Once again Rachel Terrill was the winning Seahawk wife bowler, Shelly Sun was the winning Sea Gal, Mike Boling (Turtle) from Blue Thunder was the top individual bowler, and Deon Grant, Kelly Jennings, Ervin Trufant, Trichina Williams, and Lee Faine were the 1st place team winners.
Watch for the date for the 5th Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling & Billiards Classic in October 2008, save the date and don't be late for an evening you'll never forget!!
4th Annual Marcus Trufant Fundraising Dinner & Auction
A Masquerade Gala
Date: June 20, 2007
Location: Tacoma’s Landmark Convention Center
“Temple Theatre Grand Ballroom”
The Trufant Family Foundation raised over $40,000 at the Annual Auction and Dinner Gala on Sunday, June 10 at Tacoma’s Landmark Convention Center. We were honored to have in attendance at our event this year - Tacoma’s Mayor Bill Baarsma, and his wife Carol Baarsma. Several of Marcus teammates including Bobby Engram, Nate Burleson Russell Davis, Shawn Locklear, Leonard Weaver and Marcus Weeks were in attendance. We appreciate their support in our fundraising efforts to raise money for local youth programs, such as Communities In schools, Boys and Girls Club and the Marcus Trufant Inspirational Scholarship program.
The event was highlighted by keynote remarks from Marcus Trufant who spoke about his community involvement and how it has helped him to personally grow as a person. Marcus explained that he has come to understand that it is more than an autograph or his picture that he can give to a child. It is his message and his leadership on and off the field that creates the lasting impact on youth- and that is most important to him. Marcus went on to say, that he stresses to kids with every presentation ,to obey your parents, study hard in school ,and respect yourself and others and be committed to what ever your dream are in life by giving 110%. A highlight tape of Marcus in the community, created by Erin Carlson, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, was also featured to help inspire others to get involved and help make a difference in their community.”
Many thanks to the Polynesian Dance group from Communities in School that entertained us by inviting Seahawk players and guest to join them for a money dance. Additionally we thank the college students who shared their college experience with our guest and their appreciation of receiving the Marcus Trufant Inspirational Scholarship.
All proceeds raised during the event will benefit The Trufant Family Foundation – To help make dreams come true for youth. We host several events each year and businesses and individuals are encouraged to participate by volunteering their time to help organize fundraising activities, sponsorship of events, and/or donation of items for our auctions.
1st Annual Holiday Argosy Cruise and Gala Auction
Date: December 13, 2006
What: 3 hour Private Argosy Cruise Gala Dinner & Auction
Where: Aboard the Argosy Cruise Ship-Lady Mary
Where: Board from Johnny’s Seafood Dock
1450 Dock Street, Tacoma, WA 98042
We had a fabulous evening and loved being apart of the Christmas Ship Parade aboard our own private cruise ship! The Lady Mary. The Lady Mary was decorated for the occasion with a heated inside deck. The cruise was a delight to our pallet with a mouth-watering buffet, no host bar, champagne toast, silent auction and live entertainment by “Smooth: This holiday party was also complete with many door prizes, raffles and more! We will be talking about being a part of the Christmas Festival –A magical Holiday Celebration-for years to come…..
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE AUCTION AND RAFFLE WILL BENEFIT THE TRUFANT FAMILY FOUNDATION PROGRAMS. Non Profit Tax ID 20-0372528
3rd Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling and Billiards Classic
Date: November 13, 2006
What: Bowling and billiards with Marcus and several of his Seahawks teammates
Where: ACME Bowl
100 Andover Park West
Tukwila, WA 98188
3rd Annual MTFF (Marcus Trufant Family Foundation)
Helping Dreams Come True Fundraising Auction
Date: Saturday, May 20, 2006
Where: Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center
1500 Broadway
Tacoma WA 98402
This event was a Class Act for the City of Tacoma. Jerramy Stevens, Bryce Fisher and Jordan Babineaux joined Marcus Trufant in support of our event where the Seattle Seahawks were honored and given a special appreciation award. Mike Flood- Community Relations Director, accepted the award on behalf of the Seahawks. The award stated “Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks for a Fantastic 2005 Season. Thanks for the memories.” The Seahawks took us to the Super Bowl in 2005 and what a wonderful time we had on the road to Super Bowl XL. We did not come away with the Super Bowl Championship, but we are the NFC Champions. Go Seahawks!
We raised over $34,000 with the help of our community partners and supporters. Thank you so much and we hope you will consider us in your charitable plan for future events. Our goal with this year’s fundraiser was to establish a Marcus Trufant Inspirational Scholarship at all 7 high schools in Tacoma including Oakland Alternative School and the School of the Arts. I am happy to report that we met that goal and look forward to offering these scholarships on an annual basis for years to come. We were also able to donate continued support to positive youth programs in the community that send our youth to summer camps that enrich their social and athletic experiences, in addition to continued support for local programs such as the Boys and Girls Club.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FSN Stars, and our supporting sponsors, the Seattle Seahawks and First Western Properties.
3rd Annual Celebration of the Seahawks Season
PRESENTED BY THE TRUFANT FAMILY FOUNDATION
When: April 15, 2006
Where: Wilson High School Gym
1201 N Orchard
Tacoma, WA 98411
The Event: 3rd Annual Celebration of the Seahawks Season
Thank you for Celebrating a fantastic 2005 season with Marcus Trufant and the Trufant Family Foundation at our 3 rd Annual Celebration of the Seahawks Season. The celebration included autographs with Marcus Trufant and his teammates, Floyd Womack, Seneca Wallace, Marcus Tubbs, Maurice Mann, Marquis Weeks, a Sea Gals Performance and autographs, Face Painting, a Performance by Blue Thunder, an opportunity to take pictures of the players, carnival games, raffles, super Trufant raffle, video highlights of the sensational 2005 season, a performance by local youth talent- Reality Check and more……We had a great time celebrating with our winning team who took us to Super Bowl XL. Go Hawks! See photos from this year's event by clicking here!
2nd Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling Classic
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When: November 14, 2005 |
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Where: Sun Villa Bowling Lanes-3040 148th Ave. SE, Bellevue WA |
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Details: The 2nd Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling Classic presented by Moneytree Inc. was a huge success due to the support of our corporate partners and Seahawk fans. We raised over $40,000 to support programs in the surrounding communities. This charitable event received honorable mention in the December 19, 2005 edition of Sports Illustrated, that featured Shawn Alexander, our NFL MVP. The event included bowling with a Seattle Seahawk celebrity player or Sea Gal, catered dinner by New Century Catering for bowlers, raffle, silent auction, face painting, door prizes, spectator passes, and live entertainment by “Smooth”. There were over 25 players who came out to support this event. We appreciate you taking steps with the Trufant Family Foundation to help make dreams come true today for children and families in need. Your continued ongoing support is valued.
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Second Annual Marcus Trufant Celebration, Fundraising Dinner, Auction & Dance
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Saturday May 7, 2005 |
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Tacomas Landmark Convention Center-Temple Theatre Tacoma, WA |
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Details: The Trufant Family Foundation hosted the 2nd Annual Marcus Trufant Celebration, Fundraising Dinner, Auction and Dance on May 7, 2005 at the Tacoma Landmark Convention Center in Tacoma WA. The event included a celebration for the children where they played carnival games and received tickets for prizes, jumped their highest on the inflatable jump-a roo, had face painting, enjoyed live onsite music with KUBE 93, a Karaoke contest, opportunity to purchase Trufant Memorabilia, Seahawk Merchandise and receiver autographs from Marcus and some of his Seattle Seahawk Teammates. Later that evening we hosted the dinner and a live and silent auction and enjoyed live entertainment by “Smooth” Marcus' dad, Lloyd Trufant's band member. Our Auctioneer and MC for the evening was Eric Powers of KUBE 93. Funds raised from this event benefited the Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound and the Marcus Trufant Scholarship Program. Our Presenting Sponsor was Home Entertainment Solutions, Silver Sponsor was McCann Motors, Bronze Sponsor was Tacoma Athletic Commission and our Media Sponsor was Seattle’s Number 1 Hit Music Station-KUBE 93.3 FM Radio Station.
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Home Makeover: Seahawks Style
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April 27, 2005 |
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Marcus Trufant and some of his teammates teaming up to rebuild homes. |
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Details: Members of the Seahawks recently stepped up to assist in a home makeover for a family in need. Marcus Trufant was joined by teammates Jason Willis, Marcus Tubbs and Sean Locklear for the housing re-do in Pierce County. The four helped to get the home of Tina, a single mom with 7 children, ready for a new look. The Master Builders Association of Pierce County Remodelors Council has four House Captainsinvolved with different projects throughout Pierce County. This is one way they can give back to the community. It was through the Remodelors Council that Trufant found out about Rebuilding Together last year and wanted to be involved. Marcus felt it was vital that he give back to the community, and this year he brought along a few of his teammates to do just that.
Marcus Trufant Rookie Year Celebration and Dinner
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April 17, 2004 |
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Marcus celebrated his rookie year by hosting a celebration and a fundraising dinner to kick off the Trufant family Foundation and to give back to the community in Tacoma Washington who has supported him. The celebration consisted of a carnival for kids that included: face painting, football toss, basketball toss, raffle, blitz, puzzle games, pictures and autograph with Marcus and some of his teammates and the Sea gals, video of Marcus football years from Al Davies Pewee football to the Pros as a Seattle Seahawk. Event was held at Wilson High School and the proceeds went to McCarver Elementary, Truman Middle School, Wilson High School and the Al Davies Boys and Girls Club to give back to those who helped him academically and athletically achieve his dream to play professional football. |
Marcus Trufant Bowling Classic
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November 22, 2004 |
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1st Annual Marcus Trufant Bowling Classic was held at the Sun Villa Bowling Lanes in Bellevue WA. Activities included Bowling with Marcus and some of his teammates, live and silent auction, dinner, face painting by Giggles Inc. for the children and Autograph opportunities from approximately 30 players, and live entertainment by "Smooth." Marcus Trufant's dad, Lloyd Trufant, is a band member. This event was a huge success and was a fun for all who attended. Be sure not to miss this one in years to come. Funds raised from this program benefited the Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound and the Seattle and Tacoma Salvation Army and the Marcus Trufant Scholarship Fund. McCann Motors of Fife WA and The Gary E Milgard Family Foundation of Tacoma WA were our presenting sponsors. Our Strike Sponsors were Money Tree and Home Entertainment Solutions.
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Seahawk Youth football Jamboree
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October 3, 2004 |
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Quest Field
800 Occidental Ave, Suite 100
Seattle WA 98134 |
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9:00 am- 5:00 pm |
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Sponsored by Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound Supported by Seattle Seahawks and Trufant Family Foundation |
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Jamboree between 7th and 8th graders from Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound and Eastside Clubs. Football Scrimmage for youth age 8 to age 14. Speaker, autographs with Marcus Trufant and some of his team mates and much more. |
| Marcus Trufant Jersey Retirement from Wilson High School |
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October 1, 2004 |
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Wilson High School retired former student and current Seahawks CB Marcus Trufant's jersey (#41) on October 1 during half time of the school's homecoming game. |
| Wilson High School Students Scholarship Created |
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October 1, 2004 |
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In addition to the Jersey Retirement, the Trufant Family Foundation announced the creation of two $1500 scholarships for both a male and female college-bound student athlete from Wilson High School. Contact Wilson High school to apply for the Marcus Trufant Scholarship. |
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