FALL | Winter 2015 Inside this issue • Patriot Place welcomes new businesses • Pats Play 60 at Foxborough YMCA • Gillette Stadium announces 2016 events • PIP Fund gives to Foxboro cheerleaders and Girl Scouts

Quarterly Insight into the Progress and Philanthropy of The Kraft Group Partners in Patriotism Benefits of Partnership Kraft Group and Town have established one of the state’s most successful public-private partnerships A successful partnership involves people with different the stadium, e.g. removal of seats to construct the Optum skills working together to achieve Field Lounge. more than either could alone. In addition to Town User Fee Such is the case in Foxborough. revenue, which will generate a As state and local governments record high of nearly $2.8 million try to accomplish more while in 2015, the Town has received spending less taxpayer dollars, approximately $190,000 annu- Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft watches the Foxborough they are increasingly turning to ally in taxes on the sale of food and High football team take on Stoughton High School from the sidelines public-private partnerships, where of Ahern Field on Oct. 16. (Photo courtesy of HockomockSports.com) beverage (meals tax) at Gillette the skills and assets of a private Stadium throughout the year, not sector entity and a public agency just during major events. Patriot are shared in delivering a service Place contributes approximately Robert Kraft Visits or facility for the use of the general $400,000 in annual meals tax to public. the Town, while the Renaissance FHS football team Fifteen years ago, the Town of Boston Patriot Place hotel con- Foxborough and the Kraft Group tributes more than $500,000 in on Senior Night formed a public-private partner- annual hotel occupancy tax. As a On Sept. 27, Foxborough High football coach ship through the Stadium Lease result of Town support, we have agreement. The result has been significantly invested in new sta- Jack Martinelli attended the Patriots-Jaguars more rewarding than ever con- dium facilities like the Optum Field game at Gillette Stadium as a guest of Robert templated and has established More than one billion dollars in investments and Lounge, Cross Insurance Pavilion 15 years of working together has accomplished a Kraft in recognition of the coach’s 250th career one of the most successful public- lot. Keeping together can accomplish a lot more. & Business Center, the DraftKings win. On Oct. 16, Kraft returned the favor, attend- private partnerships in the history Fantasy Sports Zone, four new Super of the Commonwealth. Through the Kraft Group’s invest- Suites and began construction of a second hotel at Patriot ing the Warriors’ Senior Night game against ments in the property and its ability to attract the industry’s Place,.We anticipate the Town will receive significant addi- Stoughton at Ahern Field as a guest of Martinelli. premier events and the Town’s support through approval tional, year-round tax revenue as a result of these projects. processes and a willingness to take innovative approaches Kraft spoke to the team in the locker room prior Additionally, this partnership has had a positive impact on for mutual benefit, we have been able to foster tremendous to the game before taking in the action from the the region, especially local businesses along Route 1, which job growth, diversify the tax base and improve the quality of have improved with the nearly 12 million visitors Gillette Sta- sidelines. life throughout the region. dium and Patriot Place attract each year. Area businesses Since 2000, the Kraft family has invested more than have also found reasons to invest and re-invest in their re- Gillette Stadium one billion dollars at the site and through the construc- spective properties as a result of what we have been able will host the Boston tion and operation of Gillette Stadium and Patriot Place to accomplish together, further increasing the local and Bruins and Mon- has generated thousands of full-time and temporary jobs, regional tax bases. treal Canadiens provided more amenities, including world-class health care Fifteen years of this partnership has taught us that suc- in the 2016 NHL and better public services, and generated millions of dollars cess begins with an equal willingness to communicate and Winter Classic. in annual tax revenue to the Town. listen. We understand it is better to work together and More specifically, the Kraft Group has contributed ap- appreciate what each of us brings to the partnership. We proximately $10 million over the minimum annual guar- thank Selectmen Chair Jim DeVellis and Town Manager Bill WINTER IS COMING antee of $1.3 million in Town User Fees (ticket fees) since Keegan for their leadership, as they have exemplified the true Foxborough will ring in the New Year as the 2002 (see By the Numbers graphic on Page 2). The Town spirit of this public-private partnership and worked collabora- center of the hockey world when Gillette Stadium and the Kraft Group, per the Stadium Lease, agreed to a tively with us to settle the Optum Field Lounge dispute. We hosts the 2016 Bridgestone NHL Winter Clas- Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program, which taxes a look forward to working together as partners once again, sic between the Boston Bruins and Montreal fixed amount on each ticket sold to events at Gillette Sta- with a thoughtful and long-term vision to review the Stadium Canadiens. dium. The minimum annual payment of $1.3 million is in- Lease, reinvigorate the agreement to mutually benefit both tended to protect the Town against any loss of revenue due parties and take into account changes in technology, demo- See HOCKEY, Page 3 to changes in the manner of operation or configuration of graphics and the market in which we compete. Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

PATRIOT PLACE News By the Numbers

Patriot Place will welcome the Hilton Garden Inn to Foxborough in 2016. Patriot Place Welcomes New Businesses, Breaks

Ground on Second Hotel The Kraft Group has contributed approximately $10 million over the minimum annual guarantee of $1.3 million in Town User Fees (ticket fees) since 2002. The Town and the Kraft Group, per the The ribbons are cut and the doors now open to two new Stadium Lease, agreed to a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program, which taxes a fixed amount businesses at Patriot Place. The Kraft Group’s Real Estate on each ticket sold to events at Gillette Stadium. The minimum annual payment of $1.3 million is Development division recently welcomed A.C. Moore and intended to protect the Town against any loss of revenue due to changes in the manner of operation or configuration of the stadium, e.g. removal of seats to construct the Optum Field Lounge or lower Rev’d Indoor Cycling to Foxborough and broke ground on a attendances to events at the stadium. third business - a Hilton Garden Inn hotel, which is expected to open in fall 2016. WINTER SKATE AT PATRIOT PLACE A.C. Moore, located next to Trader Joe’s in the South Marketplace, features a variety of LACE UP AND SKATE arts and craft products, including Winter Skate at Patriot Place presented by Harvard Pilgrim Health Care scrapbooking, beading, knitting, opened for a seventh winter season on Nov. rubber stamping, home decor 13 at a new location next to CBS Scene items, floral items, kid’s crafts, Restaurant and Bar. On hand to celebrate paints, framing, greenery and the opening was Foxborough figure skater seasonal items. Kara Gill, who performed for the crowd and participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony Rev’d Indoor Cycling, located between Muse Paintbar and with Patriot Place General Manager Brian Dunkin’ Donuts, provides a high-quality fitness environment Earley, Patriots cheerleaders and Revs by offering the industry’s best Girls, mascots Pat Patriot and Slyde and equipment and professional members of the 2015 Canadian Women’s instruction. Rev’d rides differ Hockey League Clarkson Cup Champions from the average sports club Boston Blades. classes because the focus is on technique and personalizing each Gill, a seventh grader at the Ahern Middle ride with motivating movements School, skates for both the United States within a rhythm-based experience. Figure Skating Association and Ice Skating Institute clubs and made her Winter Skate The studio features more than 30 Schwinn Performance Pro Foxborough figure skater Kara Gill bikes, state-of-the-art lighting and sound that will immediately debut. She has been skating since pre- and Pat Patriot at the opening of school, starting with Learn to Skate classes take you outside of the usual health center environment. The Winter Skate. studio also includes showers and personal storage. at local rinks in Foxborough and Walpole. Over the last five years, Gill has skated in sev- The Hilton Garden Inn, located adjacent to the Renaissance eral competitions, including the 2015 ISI District 1 Championships. Boston Patriot Place Hotel, The Foxborough Fire Department was also onsite for opening night, staging a will feature five floors and ladder truck with a large American flag on display. 136 rooms. Amenities will include a restaurant and The 60-by-140-foot, professionally-maintained ice surface is specifically de- bar, pool, fitness room, signed for recreational skating and features an observation deck for non-skaters. business center, guest The surface is large enough to accommodate beginners and experts alike, hock- laundry and 1,700 square ey and private events. feet of function space and For pricing and hours of operation, visit www.patriot-place.com/winterskate. approximately 800 square feet of pre-function space. 2 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

2016 BRIDGESTONE WINTER CLASSIC HOCKEY: FAN GUIDE TO THE WINTER CLASSIC From PAGE 1 event that will offer hockey Bringing this event to fans of all ages family-friendly Foxborough took years of interactive games and attrac- planning and negotiations, tions, live music, special ap- as the Kraft Group’s sports pearances, radio broadcasts and entertainment division and dozens of other dynamic competed against 29 NHL activities. All attractions are teams and several major free, but fans must pay for sports markets to host the parking to enter the plaza. premier hockey event of the Fans are encouraged to join year. the conversation on social The result will be nothing media, using the hashtag: short of spectacular as the #WinterClassic. 2016 Winter Classic will ALUMNI GAME write a new chapter to one Prior to the main event on of the NHL’s oldest and fierc- Jan. 1, more than 40 former est rivalries when the puck Bruins and Canadiens players drops between the Bruins and coaches will participate and the Canadiens on Jan. 1, in the NHL Winter Classic 2016. Alumni Game. Those expect- The Bruins and Canadiens ed to renew the legendary have faced off against each rivalry in the unique Gillette other more than any other FACES OF FOXBOROUGH Stadium outdoor setting two teams in NHL history. include former Bruins Ray Boston will become the first JIM SCOLLINS Bourque, Cam Neely, Terry first club to host the Winter Foxborough has always been home for longtime O’Reilly, Mark Recchi, Sergei Classic for a second time resident Jim Scollins, whose parents lived in town Samsonov, Don Sweeney and and the Canadiens will play in for more than 50 years. He joined the Kraft Group more. Don Cherry and Mike the New Year’s Day outdoor in June 2005 as manager of e-commerce and is Milbury will serve as Boston’s game for the first time. now the Director of Retail Operations, where he oversees the coaches. On the other side company’s e-commerce department (Patriots ProShop online With tickets selling out of the ice will be former Ca- at ProShop.Patriots.com, the retail warehouse and the Patriots quickly, the Kraft Group suc- nadiens Larry Robinson, Guy ProShop and Patriots ProShop Collection at Patriot Place). cessfully negotiated with Carbonneau, Jose Theodore, “I like the fast-paced and innovative environment within the NHL to receive a limited Mats Naslund, Alex Kovalev the Kraft Group,” said Scollins, who celebrated his 10-year number of tickets to offer and more. The Canadiens anniversary with the company this past June. “Every day is a new exclusively to Foxborough alumni will be coached by challenge and a new opportunity. It’s never boring. The employees residents. Through a lottery Yvan Cournoyer, Jacques in our retail department really care about what they do and they system, more than 140 Fox- Demers and Guy Lafleur. The work very hard. It’s a great place to work.” borough families were able to alumni game is scheduled to When Jim is not working, he enjoys spending time with his purchase tickets to the event. begin at 3:30 p.m. and can family, traveling and playing the occasional round of golf. His two Entertainment and fan be seen on NBC. sons, Jack and Liam, are in the Foxborough High School Band satisfaction will be at the Earlier in the day, Gillette and his wife is very active in the Foxboro Music Association. forefront of this event, as the Stadium will host the Wom- “My family enjoys living here NHL will host several activi- en’s Hockey Classic between because it’s a great community ties leading up to face-off on Les Canadiennes of the with great people,” Jim said. “I Jan. 1. CWHL and the Boston Pride have been fortunate to see my SPECTATOR PLAZA of the NWHL. The game will kids go to the same schools I be played in two 15-minute did from kindergarten through Spectator Plaza is the offi- periods beginning at 2:15 high school. It’s a close-knit cial NHL Pregame Fan Festi- p.m. community and there are many Foxborough resident Jim Scollins val located in Lot 22 at Gillette WINTER CLASSIC families that have been here (far right) with his family in Stadium on Dec. 31 (11:30 for my whole life that we see on Maine. Jim met his wife through a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and Jan. 1 The main event on a regular basis. I can’t imagine his mother, who worked for the (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Spectator living anywhere else.” Patriots from 1971-1991. Plaza is a free, non-ticketed See WINTER, Page 11 3 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

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PATS PLAY 60 IN FOXBOROUGH Kraft family and New England Patriots Charitable Foundation surprises 12 children at Invensys Foxboro Branch of Hockomock Area YMCA with Patriots tickets New England Patriots defen- a series of football-related exer- sive end Rob Ninkovich knows cises. the importance of living a healthy “He’s a great football player, lifestyle through diet and daily but he’s an even better guy,” said exercise. On Tuesday, Dec. 1, Hurley. “He’s a wonderful guy who Ninkovich joined the New Eng- has done a lot for our community land Patriots Charitable Foun- and is great for our Y.” dation at the Invensys Foxboro Branch of the Hockomock Area Following the Play 60 activities, YMCA to share the Play 60 mes- Ninkovich and the Patriots Chari- sage with students enrolled in table Foundation handed out gift the YMCA’s after-school and In- bags consisting of Patriots stick- tegration Initiative programs. ers, posters and an autograph photo of Ninkovich for all the par- “We are lucky that our YMCA ticipants. has some great friends with the Patriots and the Kraft family,” The event concluded with Ninkovich surprising 12 children said Hockomock Area YMCA New England Patriots defensive end Rob Ninkovich stretches with young students President Ed Hurley. “They have enrolled in the Hockomock Area YMCA’s after-school program on Tuesday, Dec. 1, with tickets to the Dec. 6 Patriots been very good to our YMCA and at the Kraft Family Center of the Invensys Foxboro Branch of the Hockomock Area game vs. the Philadelphia Eagles we’ve got a lot of players involved YMCA. at Gillette Stadium. As part of the in our YMCA.” experience, the children partici- and the importance of exercising foods and activities were, be- pated in pregame field activities Ninkovich spoke to a group of in recognition of the Patriots’ Play 30 children about healthy eating 60 minutes a day. He asked the fore engaging in a game of “Rob youngsters what their favorite Says,” where he led the group in 60 game. LEGENDS AMONG US Patriots’ Devin McCourty, Tim Fox honored by Hockomock Area YMCA for Commitment to Community During the 10th annual Legends Fox joined more than 30 New Ball on Nov. 17, the Hockomock England sports legends at the Area YMCA honored New England annual gala with all proceeds Patriots defensive back Devin Mc- benefiting the Y’s Integration Ini- Courty and Patriots alum Tim Fox tiative program, which provides with the 2015 Legends Award for opportunities for special needs orees of the Legends Award include: their passion and commitment to children to participate in YMCA Nate Solder, Pete Brock, Rick and community service and the Y’s In- programs and activities with their Dick Hoyt, Matt Light, Joe Andruzzi, 4 tegration Initiative. McCourty and typically developing peers. Past hon- Steve Grogan and Andre Tippett. Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

IN THE COMMUNITY Saluting Our Real Patriots Foxborough veterans among more than 300 military honored during Nov. 8 Pats game The Kraft family and the New England Pa- triots have been saluting the brave men and women in our armed services for decades, both at home and abroad. On Nov. 8, the team thanked the real patriots who have served this country with a number of activi- ties that honored more than 300 veterans and active military members throughout the team’s 2015 Salute to Service game at Gil- lette Stadium. Among the veterans honored were Foxbor- Fans participate in a patriotic card stunt inside Gillette Stadium to thank our nation’s troops during the ough natives Phillip Giardino, Mark Manning, Patriots Salute to Service game on Dec. 8 at Gillette Stadium. Ryan McGrath, Pete Curran and Chris Solbo, before, we all instantly clicked and we will who participated in unfurling a large American forever remember that day as Patriots flag on the field prior to kickoff. Nation thanked us,” Giardino said. “Being at Gillette Stadium holding the “I am fortunate enough to have experi- American flag with New England’s bravest enced the generosity and support of Mr. men and women was just another reminder Kraft and the Kraft family while on active of how lucky I am to have served this country duty, but for his business to continually and to be thanked on such a large scale really give back each week and throughout the touches home,” said Giardino. year really puts the icing on the cake for Giardino and the other veterans attended a the time I spent in the military. It’s mo- pregame reception inside the Empower Field ments like these that serve as a great From left: Foxborough residents Mark Man- House, where they enjoyed complimentary reminder as to why I - and thousands ning (United States Marines Corps), Ryan food and had the opportunity to speak with McGrath (United States Air Force), Pete of other men and women across New Curran (United States Marines Corps), Chris veterans across all military branches. England - chose to serve and defend this Solbo (Army) and Phil Giardino (United States “Although most of us have never met country.” Marines Corps). Pats, Public Safety Welcome Wounded Walk Veterans to Town On Nov. 10, a group of Ma- around 9 p.m. on Nov. 16. autographs and thanked the rines began a 300-mile journey New England Patriots veterans for their service from Portland, Maine to Volun- Cheerleaders and team mascot, and the work they are doing town, Conn. to raise awareness Pat Patriot, welcomed Sgt. through the Wounded Walk. and support for military veterans David Pierce, Cpl. Ross Delafield, The Renaissance Boston Pa- returning home with mental and Delafield’s childhood friend triot Place Hotel provided the physical wounds from service. Jeremy Lee and Marines Joel group with a free dinner and Six days and more than 140 Connick and Michael Jefferson to the New England Patriots miles later, the group received the Renaissance Boston Patriot gifted team hats and shirts New England Patriots cheerleaders and Pat an escort from Foxborough Fire Place Hotel. before the veterans contin- Patriot joined members of the Foxborough Fire and and Police from Route 1 to Pa- The cheerleaders and Pat ued on their walk toward Police departments in welcoming members of the triot Place and Gillette Stadium Patriot posed for photos, signed Connecticut. Wounded Walk to Patriot Place on Nov. 16. 5 Upcoming Events at

Dec 2016 BRIDGESTONE NHL WINTER CLASSIC ALUMNI GAME Date: Thursday, Dec. 31, 3:30 p.m. Details: Watch as NHL legends from an ageless rivalry take the outdoor ice when the Boston Bruins and 31 Montreal Canadiens alumni square off at Gillette Stadium on New Year’s Eve.

Jan 2016 BRIDGESTONE NHL WINTER CLASSIC Date: Jan. 1, 2016, 1 p.m. Details: The Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens will take their rivalry to the outdoor rink inside Gillette Stadium 1 for the NHL’s 2016 Bridgestone Winter Classic.

Jan NFL PLAYOFFS: WILD CARD WEEKEND Date: Saturday, Jan. 9 and Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016 Details: The NFL playoffs begin with the AFC and NFC Wild Card Round. The No. 3 seed will host the No. seed and the No. 9-10 4 seed will host the No. 5 seed on Jan. 9 or Jan. 10. Jan NFL PLAYOFFS: DIVISIONAL ROUND WEEKEND Date: Saturday, Jan. 16 and Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016 Details: The NFL playoffs continue with the AFC and NFC Divisional Round. The No. 1 seed will host the lowest remaining 16-17 seed in the tournament while the No. 2 seed will host the highest remaining seed on Jan. 16 or Jan. 17, 2016. Jan NFL PLAYOFFS: CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND Date: Sunday, Jan. 24 Details: If the New England Patriots advance through the first two rounds of the playoffs and are the highest remaining seed in the AFC, they will host the AFC Championship at Gillette Stadium on Jan. 24, 2016. It would be the fifth straight AFC 24 Championship appearance and fourth conference championship game at Gillette Stadium in that span. April MONSTER ENERGY AMA SUPERCROSS Date: Sunday, April 23, 3:30 p.m. 23 Details: Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, is the world’s premier stadium motorcycle circuit. Gillette Stadium Announces Chesney’s Return, Copa America Centenario Soccer Matches for 2016 The Kraft Group’s sports and nario in June. The tournament, entertainment division is hard at which will celebrate the 100-year work booking major events for anniversary of the South Ameri- 2016 and made two exciting an- can Football Championship, will be nouncements in November. held in the United States for the New England’s favorite country first time with matches scheduled music star, Kenny Chesney, will to take place June 3-26. return to one of his favorite ven- All 10 teams from the South ues in 2016 when he brings his American Football Confederation Kenny Chesney Spread the Love Tour to Gillette will participate in the competition, returns to Gillette Stadium on Friday, Aug. 26, and as will six nations from CON- Stadium on Aug. Saturday, Aug. 27. CACAF. Costa Rica, Jamaica, 26-27, 2016 for Joining Chesney in Foxborough Mexico and the United States his Spread the Love Tour with Miranda next summer will be Miranda have already qualified for the com- Lambert, Sam Hunt Lambert, a multi-platinum, 11-time petition. The final two berths will and Old Dominion. CMA Award and two-time Gram- be determined on Jan. 8, 2016 my winner and special guests in Panama City when Trinidad & visit www.CA2016.com for Sept. 10 with a matchup against Sam Hunt and Old Dominion. Tobago face Haiti and Panama more information. Boston College. Other games On the pitch, Gillette Stadium takes on Cuba. UMASS FOOTBALL being played in Foxborough are: has been selected as one of 10 To be among the first to The UMass football team Mississippi State, Sept. 24; Tu- venues to host matches during access tickets to the Copa will play four games at Gillette lane, Oct. 1 and Louisiana Tech, the 2016 Copa America Cente- America Centenario, fans can Stadium in 2016, beginning on Oct. 15. Upcoming Eventsat

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Partners in Patriotism Fund Pop Warner Cheerleaders, Foxboro Rec and Girl Scouts Receive Grants At its November meeting, the Recreation and its importance to Partners in Patriotism (PIP) Fund the community’s youth, awarded several organizations the PIP Fund donated with grants, including the Foxboro more than $3,000 to Recreation Department, Foxboro install a projector and We are greatful that we have the Girl Scouts and the Foxboro Pop whiteboard equipment Kraft/ Patriots organization that Warner Cheerleading program. at the Foxboro Recre- give so much to the community A year after winning the nation- ation Hall. This equip- and youth in Foxboro. This meant al title, the cheerleading program ment will help Foxboro earned a trip back to Nationals Recreation offer movie so much to the team to be spon- in Florida on Dec. 8, where they and activity nights for sored by you as this is as a once placed second overall. The PIP children in the community “Partners in Patriotism • Town Hall and a life time trip that is paid for Fund sponsored the team with a and offer more meeting space for Fund” or visit www.GilletteStadium. • Foxborough Public by fundraising and or parents and $5,000 donation to help offset local civic groups to utilize. com/Partners-in-Patriotism. Safety Building coaches. With your generosity and the cost of travel for the team. “We are so grateful for the Grant applications can be found • Boyden Library “We are grateful that we have Partners in Patriotism Fund’s on Page 9 of this newsletter or at • Foxborough Senior other fundraising events we were the Kraft Group and Kraft family, generous donation,” said Foxboro the following locations: Center able to pay for the trip to Nationals which give so much to our com- Recreation Director Debbie where the girls took 2nd place. munity and youth,” said Jenny Giardino. “This equipment will en- Christensen, Foxboro Midget Foot- able our department to run more HELPING RESIDENTS IN NEED ball Cheerleading Coordinator. events for the community and The Partners in Patriotism (PIP) Fund has been a “It meant so much to the team Foxborough groups and organi- resource for Foxborough residents in need, allocating to be sponsored by the Partners zations can utilize another town more than $38,000 in 2014-15 to individuals who have in Patriotism Fund, as this gave building for meetings with current fallen on hard times. our cheerleaders a once-in-a- technology.” lifetime trip, which was paid for by Supporting the Foxboro Girl Since its inception, the PIP Fund has supported residents by assisting with medical bills, college tuition fundraising, parents and coaches. Scouts blanket project for a and rent payments. It has helped put food on the table With the PIP Fund’s generosity, second consecutive year, the PIP for residents through the allocation of gift cards to we were able to pay for the trip to Fund donated $1,500 to fund local grocery stores and gave Foxborough children an Nationals in Orlando.” enough fleece to make 50 lap/ opportunity to participate in enrichment, camp and Continuing its support of the toddler-sized blankets and, for the athletic programs. Over the holidays, the PIP Fund has Foxborough Public Schools, first time ever, 50 teen/adult- helped families purchase gifts. the PIP Fund matched $3,225 sized blankets. in cash donations to the BIT The Girl Scouts make these The PIP Fund has allocated an additional $15,500 (Burrell, Igo and Taylor elemen- blankets and donate them to the to organizations that support the needs of Foxborough residents. In 2014, the Foxborough Discretionary Fund tary schools), which was raised Foxboro Discretionary Fund for received $2,500 to assist with the cost of holiday food in partnership with the PTOs of distribution over the holidays. In baskets for families in need. In 2014-15, Igo Cares, which the three schools during the PIP addition to the blankets, the Girl provides financial assistance Fund’s matching challenge at the Scouts made cards and orna- to Igo Elementary School BIT Auction on Nov. 20. These ments for those less fortunate. families in need, received funds will be used by the PTOs to “The girls love this event,” said $7,500 and HUGS Foxboro fund field trips, special assemblies, Laurie Magee, treasurer of the received $4,000 in 2014 to classroom technology, leadership Foxboro Girl Scouts. assist in expanding its services programs, playground updates ABOUT THE PIP FUND of providing assistance to and more. For more information about the victims and families affected by The PIP Fund awarded $4,000 Supporting the work of Foxboro PIP Fund, find us on Facebook at domestic violence. 8 to HUGS Foxboro in 2014. Partners in Patriotism DATE OF APPLICATION:

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Partners in Patriotism Fund The Partners in Patriotism (PIP) Fund is a registered nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Foxborough- based philanthropic and community efforts through monetary donations. The PIP Fund will assist residents of Foxborough through the support of charitable endeavors, as well as through personal financial assistance. Every line on this form must be completed accurately in order to be eligible for review. Please provide supporting documentation, where appropriate.

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9 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation, Foxborough resident Lisa Heinricher, right, and Nancy Whitney par- Alumni, Pat Patriot and Patriots cheerleaders teamed ticipate in the Patriots Breast Cancer Awareness pregame ceremony up with the Kraft Family Blood Donor Center at Dana on Oct. 25 at Gillette Stadium. Farber to host a blood drive at the Invensys Foxboro Branch of the Hockomock Area YMCA on Nov. 14. PATS HONOR LOCAL Kraft Family Blood Donor Center Hosts Blood Drive at YMCA CANCER SURVIVORS The New England Patriots Chari- The Patriots cheerleaders, Pat Surrounded by pink and the field Sunday was her table Foundation teamed up with Patriot and Patriots alumni were on greeted by cheers, Lisa childhood friend, Nancy the Kraft Family Blood Donor Center hand to greet donors and give gift Heinricher was overcome Whitney. at Dana Farber and the Brigham bags. with emotion as she walked “When I told Nancy about and Women’s Hospital Blood Mo- Alumni Dante Scarnecchia, Ed El- onto the Gillette Stadium field my cancer, she stepped right bile for a blood drive at the Invensys lis, Ed Toner and John Smith signed with more than 150 breast up to the plate and planned Foxboro Branch of the Hockomock autographs and posed for photos cancer survivors on Oct. 25 my meals with other friends Area YMCA on Nov. 14. with the donors. to participate in the New and just kept me smiling and England Patriots’ annual laughing, making me believe Breast Cancer Awareness that everything was going to Patriot Place Joins DA Morrissey, Public Safety game. be okay.” in Campaign for Holiday Designated Drivers XXX “When the crowd was The Kraft family and the cheering, they weren’t just Patriots honored the group Patriot Place has joined police and Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. cheering for me or the other of breast cancer survivors Morrissey in a new push for desig- breast cancer survivors on and caregivers in recog- nated drivers this holiday season, From PAGE 3 the field,” Heinricher said. nition of Breast Cancer offering free soda - and a dash of “They were cheering be- Awareness Month and the recognition - to patrons willing to cause we were all still stand- NFL’s “A Crucial Catch” get their friends home safely. ing and fighting this disease campaign. The survivors The project kicked off at Patriot one way or another.” and caregivers, wear- Place on Nov. 16. Joining Mor- A Foxborough resident for ing pink t-shirts, formed rissey in addressing the restaura- 23 years, Heinricher was di- a large breast cancer teurs were Ted Mahoney, Chief agnosed with breast cancer awareness ribbon at mid- Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey Inspector for the Alcoholic Bever- in September 2014. field prior to kick off. kicked off his campaign for designated drivers age Control Commission, master “That opened my eyes on “Cancer has hit so many over the holiday season at Patriot Place on TIPS trainer Mike Marcantonio, how important life is,” Hein- people,” Heinricher said. Nov. 16. Joining Morrissey in Foxborough Gillette Stadium Senior Vice richer said. “Don’t take things “Talking to other cancer were local police and fire chiefs, state, Gillette President Jim Nolan and Patriot Stadium and Patriot Place officials. or people for granted.” survivors makes us all Place General Manager Brian With the support of her have hope and that is very Earley. Nolan and Earley spoke family and friends, Heinricher important. Thank you Mr. about systemic safe service from a senior leadership perspective. fought back and underwent Kraft and the Kraft family for “Just the restaurants that joined us day one will serve, combined, tens her final breast cancer treat- this experience; it was the of thousands of parties during this holiday season, asking them all the ment on Jan. 28, 2015. best medicine I could have question of who wants to be the designated driver,” Morrissey said. “Their Joining Heinricher on asked for!” 10 partnership is invaluable.” Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

In The Community

A group of students from France participating in an exchange program with Foxborough High toured Gillette Stadium on Oct. 20.

French Exchange Students Visiting Foxborough High Tour Gillette Stadium A TIME TO GIVE In partnership with Foxborough Public Schools, the Patriot Place partners with Cradles to Crayons Kraft Group welcomed 19 high school students from to give to those in need over holiday season France participating in an exchange program with Foxborough High. The group enjoyed a private tour of For the eighth consecutive holiday season, Patriot Place has partnered with Gillette Stadium on Oct. 20. The tour included visits Cradles to Crayons to provide children in need with basic necessities like cloth- to the stadium’s suites, clubs, press boxes and main ing, school supplies, toys and more. During the winter months, those critical concourse before finishing on the field, where the needs are most often winter gear like coats, gloves and hats. students stopped to take photos. Over the holiday season, Patriot Place offered several opportunities for guests to donate new or gently used coats, hats and gloves to Cradles to Cray- The Boston ons for children from infancy to age 12. Bruins and • WINTER SKATE: Patriot Place offered free skating during the Nov. 13 Montreal grand opening of the outdoor ice rink to those who donated a new or Canadiens will gently used coat or a pair of hat and gloves to Cradles to Crayons Coat face off in the Drive. On Dec. 13, Patriot Place held its annual Holiday on Ice figure skat- Bridgestone 2016 NHL ing show with admission being a donation of a new or gently used coat Winter or hat and gloves sets. Additionally, those who donate a coat or hats and Classic at gloves sets will receive $2 off Winter Skate admission. Gillette Stadium. • COAT DRIVE: Patriot Place retailers and restaurants are collecting coats and hats and gloves sets for Cradles to Crayons now through the end of February. WINTER: Bruins-Habs to • HOLIDAY GIVING TREE: Patriot Place guests again had the opportunity face off at Gillette Stadium to take an ornament from one of four Giving Trees in the North Mar- From PAGE 3 ketplace and purchase the assigned gift to fulfill a child’s wish over the holidays. Patriot Pace held its seventh annual Holiday Giving Tree lighting Jan. 1 event will feature pregame and in-game entertain- ceremony on Nov. 20 to kick off the season. ment with live musical performances on the Winter Classic • PHOTOS ON THE FIELD WITH SANTA: Patriot Place guests had the stage inside Gillette Stadium. There will also be pyrotechnics and large American and Canadian flag displays, as well as opportunity to make a $20 donation to Cradles to Crayons or donate a military flyover. The game can be seen nationally on NBC. coats or hats and gloves for the opportunity to enter the Gillette Stadium field and take a photo with Santa Claus. Fans attending the game are encouraged to arrive and “We are proud to partner with a great organization like Cradles to Crayons, enter Gillette Stadium early to alleviate delays at stadium gates. Parking lots will open at 9 a.m. with stadium gates as they provide one of the basic necessities to children in our area - warm opening at 11 a.m. Game time is scheduled for 1 p.m. coats, hats and gloves during the winter months,” said Patriot Place General The MBTA will run one train from Boston and one from Manager Brian Earley. “We hope these donations make the holiday season a T.F. Green Airport on game day. Please note, the little more enjoyable for these families in need.” NFL’s clear bag policy will be enforced for this event. 11 Partners in Patriotism

Resident Playbook Win Passes to Skate on Winter Classic Ice at Gillette Stadium How to Win The Kraft Group is giving one lucky Foxborough resident a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to kick off 2016 with access to skate on the NHL Winter Classic ice at Gillette Stadium on Saturday, Jan. 2. This Foxborough resident and one guest will be able to attend an open house hosted by the Kraft Group and tour the Patriots locker room, take photos on the outdoor ice rink, visit with Patriots Cheerleaders, Alumni, mascot Pat Patriot and more. Ice skating will be open from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Food and beverage will be served in the Optum Field Lounge throughout the day. PLEASE NOTE: In the event that the NHL Winter Classic between the Boston Bruins and Montreal Canadiens is post- poned to Jan. 2 due to weather, this open house and skate To enter to win this exclusive Foxborough resident experience, please event will be cancelled, as the rink will be removed from Gillette email your name and address with “Resident Playbook” in the subject Stadium beginning on Jan. 3. line to [email protected]. One winner will be chosen at random and notified via email on Wednesday, Dec. 30. For rules

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