Summer | fall 2015 Inside this issue • PIP Fund Making an Impact in Community • Special Delivery to HESSCO Foxborough • Kraft Organization Welcomes Teachers • Back to Football in Foxborough

Quarterly Insight into the Progress and Philanthropy of The Kraft Group Partners in Patriotism IN THE COMMUNITY a banner year Gillette Stadium events generate more than $1 million in Town revenue The ’ XLIX To put this revenue in context, the $1.3M- championship banner is not the only success plus from special events by itself nearly dou- to be celebrated at Gillette Stadium in 2015, bles the revenue generated by the Town’s as the venue has enjoyed a banner year of its second-highest taxpayer in FY2015 and ex- own that will result in record revenues for the ceeds the following Town revenue sources, Town. according to Foxborough’s 2014 Annual New England Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft (center) Not only were the last six months one of the Town Report: with Foxborough coach Jack Martinelli (right) and his wife during pregame of the Patriots-Jaguars game at Gil- busiest stretches in Gillette Stadium’s 13-year • FY14 meals tax receipts and payments lette Stadium. The Kraft family invited the Martinellis to the game history, but ticketed events held at the stadium collected by the Town Clerk’s Office in honor of the coach’s 250th career win. in the second and third business quarters gen- • All permit fees collected in 2014 erated more than $1.3 million in tax revenue CONGRATS, JACK! - the largest amount ever Additionally, this revenue received by the Town. could pay for any of the follow- Patriots honor FHS football Combine that with ticket ing: revenue generated from • The Town’s top 10 wages coach for milestone win Patriots and Revolution • Combined costs of the Shortly after receiving the New England games (not including play- FY15 Revolving Fund budget Patriots Coach of the Week award on Sept. 22, off games) and the Town for Recreation Department Foxborough High School football coach Jack will receive more than Martinelli received a phone call from Patriots programs, repair replace- $2.7 million in 2015. 2015 has been a historically busy CEO and Chairman Robert Kraft. and successful year at Gillette Stadium. ment or purchase equipment Kraft congratulated Martinelli on becoming Each of the stadi- for fire and police vehicles, the 15th high school football coach in um’s seven concerts highway department labor Massachusetts history to reach 250 career were included in Rolling Stone’s list of “Sum- and the OPEB (Other Post-Employee wins. To celebrate, Kraft invited Martinelli and mer 2015’s 30 Hottest Tours” and gener- Benefits) Trust Fund FY15 budget his wife, Joanne, to the Patriots Week 3 game ated nearly $1 million in Town revenue while • Combined costs for construction of against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Gillette FELD’s Monster Jam saw a nearly 60 per- Stadium. the new DPW building and the Town’s cent increase in attendance year over year. Jack and Joanne attended Kraft’s pregame FY15 Administration budget reception before making their way to the field to Additionally, the stadium was the home of Ma- • 16 new teachers with an average watch the team warmup prior to kickoff. From jor League Lacrosse’s Boston Cannons and there, the Martinellis watched the game from hosted three international soccer matches, salary of $65,000 club seats given to them by the Kraft family. including a CONCACAF Gold Cup doublehead- Further, this revenue could account for a “This is awesome,” Jack said. “What a great er featuring Panama vs. Honduras and Haiti percentage of any of the following budgets: day. A big thank you to the Kraft family for doing vs. the United States Men’s National Team. this.” This fall, Gillette Stadium is once again hosting • Nearly all of FY15 Public Works budget for UMass football, which has three games See MILESTONE, Page 8 See REVENUE, Page 8 scheduled in Foxborough. Partners in Patriotism

MAKINGWhen the Kraft family established the Partners in Livia Binks, a member AN of the Fund’s Grants Com - IMPACT IN FOXBOROUGH Patriotism (PIP) Fund in 2014, their mission was to mittee, said this donation is a great example of the provide Foxborough with a community resource dedi- community work the Fund has set out to support. cated to reinvesting in the town through an annual “I think so many of us were touched by Sam Berns, commitment of $100,000. so to see his classmates and people in the commu- That mission officially launched in the fall of 2014 nity continue to carry forward his spirit was some- with the appointment of a Grants Committee com- thing we were very honored to be a part of and help prised of Foxborough residents charged by the Kraft continue his memory,” Binks said. family to review grant applications and allocate funds The project is expected to be completed by Thanks- to deserving groups, organizations, philanthropic giving break in November. projects and individuals within the community. The PIP Fund, supporting the work of the not- In a very busy first year of the partnership, the for-profit organization, HUGS Foxboro, awarded a PIP Fund has awarded more than $67,000 to $4,000 grant to assist in expanding the organiza- Foxborough, with more than $43,000 supporting tion’s services in the community. HUGS Foxboro is community groups and organizations. Among these dedicated to making the community safer by educat- contributions, the PIP Fund awarded $5,000 to the ing the public regarding violence in relationships Foxborough High School Class of 2015 to fund the and by providing assistance to victims and families Sam Berns Community Garden and Walkway at Sam affected by domestic violence. The organization works Berns Community Field. in collaboration with the Foxborough Police Depart- ment, Brigham and Women’s/ Mass General Health Care Center by the numbers and the Foxborough Council on Aging & Human Services to help victimsFOXBOROUGH of domestic violence. INCORPORATED 1778 The PIP Fund has also invested Approximately 250 Foxborough children enjoyed a number of activities funded by the PIP Fund during the Friends of the Boyden Li- in public safety equipment and brary’s Foxborough Kids Reads program based on the novel, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” by C.S. Lewis. gear for the Foxborough Commu- $125K nity Emergency Response Team he actually came in under budget, but the Fund did Since 2014, The Kraft family has donated through a $2,800 grant to the not want the money back,” Bob Hickey, Kevin’s father, $125,000 to the Partners in Patriotism (PIP) Foxborough Citizen Corps (C.E.R.T.). said. “The Fund made Kevin give the remaining funds Fund and tasked the Fund’s Grants Committee, The gear will be made available to to the Doolittle Home, which, in my opinion, is another comprised of Foxborough residents, to allocate members of the community to aid generous thing that the PIP Fund is doing – giving the funds to deserving individuals, organizations in disaster or emergency scenarios money with no strings attached. It’s really a strong and philanthropic initiatives throughout Foxborough. The Fund was given in town. commitment by Mr. Kraft and the Kraft organization $25,000 to allocate from October-December 2014 and $100,000 to be allocated Supporting the work of an to give back to the community.” from January-December 2015. individual that had a positive impact EDUCATION & ATHLETICS on the community, the PIP Fund Much like the Kraft organization, the PIP Fund awarded $1,000 to Kevin Hickey’s is committed to education and athletics. Since its FOXBOROUGH inception, the PIP Fund has awarded nearly $20,000 INCORPORATED 1778 FOXBOROUGHEagle Scout project. Hickey used the INCORPORATED 1778 funds to build shelving and storage to support Foxborough education and athletics. for seniors in the Doolittle Home. Among these grants, $5,000 $67K+ was awarded to the Foxboro “The PIP Fund awarded Kevin Through September 2015, the PIP Recreation Department to Fund has awarded more than funding to cover the entire cost of assist in the construction of $67,000 in grants to a variety of the project and through his work, community projects, organizations baseball dugouts at the Payson and individuals in Foxborough. Complex. FOXBOROUGH INCORPORATED 1778 From the fields to the classroom, the Ahern Middle School received a $2,000 grant to send four students to $43K the Envision the Future STEM Amount the PIP Fund has program at Bridgewater awarded to Foxborough-based Ahern Middle School students participate in STEM $20K State College for a week over activities at the Envision the Future program at organizations and community the summer. Bridgewater State College. groups. Amount the PIP Fund has The weeklong camp gave 42 middle school girls from 17 communities in south- awarded to education and Eagle Scout Kevin Hickey with PIP Fund athletic programs in Foxborough. Grants Committee Chair Jimmy McGowan. eastern Massachusetts an opportunity to participate 2 Partners in Patriotism

MAKING AN IMPACT IN FOXBOROUGHWardrobe,” by C.S. Lewis. link to the “Foxborough Central with Bob Hickey” show The program lasted three weeks and featured on Foxborough Cable Access featuring the PIP Fund numerous activities revolving around the characters and applications for residents interested in serving and plot of the book. on the Fund’s Grants Committee. PIP Fund grant “We reached about 250 children in the commu- request applications can also be found on Page 9 of nity through the program and activities,” said Margi the quarterly Partners in Patriotism newsletter and Rossetti of the Friends of the Boyden Library. “It was around town at the following locations: really fun. We did all kinds of things in connection to • Town Hall the program. We had a magic show and a magic • Foxborough Public Safety Building workshop for the older children. We had a crafter, • Boyden Library who helped the kids make shields and swords. We • Foxborough Senior Center had an archery program thanks to Ace Archers.” Additionally, you can find the Partners in Patriotism “The kids were so much into the crafts,” said Fund on Facebook (Partners in Patriotism Fund) for Barbara Massey of the Friends of the Boyden Library. regular news and updates. “It was wonderful to be associated with.” MEET THE GRANTS COMMITTEE PERSONAL ASSISTANCE & BOARD OF DIRECTORS In addition to supporting local community projects Serving on the PIP Fund’s Grants Committee in and organizations, the PIP Fund has also provided 2015 are Livia Binks, Margaret Chaisson, Arthur personal assistance to Foxborough residents in need. Jewett, Charles Liftman, James McGowan (chair), The Howland family was in dire need of assistance Thomas Murphy, Mark Powers (vice chair), Carolyn after Brian Howland severely injured his spinal cord Rehill, Martha Slattery, Mike Stewart and Jenna from a 20-foot fall off of a ladder in August 2014. Strickland (secretary). Representing the Kraft “Brian just came home this past July after being organization on the Fund’s Board of Directors are in the hospital for 11 months following the accident,” Jess Enos, Diana Griffin, Andrew Lehrer, Dan Murphy, Approximately 250 Foxborough children enjoyed a number of activities funded by the PIP Fund during the Friends of the Boyden Li- said Brian’s wife, Lisa. “We needed bathroom renova- Taylor Skeffington and Jeremie Smith. brary’s Foxborough Kids Reads program based on the novel, “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” by C.S. Lewis. tions and a walkway in our backyard so Brian could get to the deck where he has a platform lift to get in in many different STEM-related activities. Ahern and out of the house. We had to start from the begin- students Anna Marcucella and Grace Groves were ning on where to start on all of this work.” two of the four students to participate in the program. In addition to the PIP Fund covering the construc- “Each day we participated in a different activity tion costs, Dan Krantz, the Kraft Group’s vice presi- related to STEM,” said Marcucella. “At the end of the dent of construction and development, assisted in program, we had a resource fair where we got to the Howland’s renovation project to make their home show off everything that we learned.” accessible for Brian. Marcucella said the program introduced her to “They made it very easy for us,” said Lisa. “They potential job opportunities in STEM fields. were there for me to lend a hand and do the work “We had a dinner event where we got to meet that needed to be done. I was more than appreciative women who work in STEM fields and we got to meet for everything they did for my family.” almost 100 women who have careers in STEM,” Lisa said Brian is doing well at home despite the The PIP Fund’s Grants Committee meets monthly at Gillette Marcucella said. “It was really a great experience.” challenges. Stadium to review grant applications and allocate funds. Groves said she met a “He’s in a wheelchair, but he’s got a great at- woman during the dinner that titude and has movement on one side,” said Lisa. taught music at an elemen- “My husband and I are very overwhelmed by all the tary school and incorporated generosity.” STEM. For Jimmy McGowan, chairman of the Fund’s “She used music to show Grants Committee, it’s applications like the Howland kids how sound waves work,” family’s that underline the importance of the PIP Fund. Groves said. “I love music and “The things that really hit home are the personal got to talk to her for awhile assistance grants like the Howland family, who has and she gave me a lot of job had to deal with a horrific injury in the family,” Mc- examples for things I could Gowan said. “We were able to help out and bringing Ahern Middle School students participate in STEM do with science and music.” that check to Mrs. Howland was an incredible feeling. activities at the Envision the Future program at Another educational grant It’s what we are all about.” Bridgewater State College. was a $2,000 allocation to LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PIP FUND the Friends of the Boyden For more information about the PIP Fund, visit Library to fund its Foxborough Kids Reads program www.GilletteStadium.com/Partners-in-Patriotism. Grants Committee members Livia Binks and Jimmy McGowan based on the book, “The Lion, The Witch and The There, you will find grant request application forms, a discuss the PIP Fund with Bob Hickey on his show, “Foxborough Central,” which airs on Foxborough Cable Access. 3 Partners in Patriotism

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SPECIAL DELIVERY Patriots Women’s Association and Patriots Charitable Foundation visit HESSCO in Foxborough On Sept. 2, the Patriots Wom- en’s Association and the New England Patriots Charitable Foun- dation teamed up to make a spe- cial delivery to the HESSCO facility in Foxborough. Kristin LaFell, wife of Patriots Brandon LaFell, Simone Leach, wife of Patriots Members of the Patriots Women’s defensive back , Association made a surprise flower de- Callie Derby, wife of Patriots tight livery to Mary Souza during a Celebrate end A.J. Derby and Taylor Morris, Volunteerism event with the Patriots wife of former Patriots Charitable Foundation on Sept. 2. James Morris, delivered flow- Souza celebrated her 100th birthday ers to senior citizens at the Fox- on Sept. 14. borough facility and helped load meals and flowers into Meals on Foxborough resident Mary Deschamps (left) receives flowers from Kristin LaFell, nated by the Kraft family, came Wheels vehicles for deliveries to wife of Patriots wide receiver Brandon LaFell, during The Patriots Charitable from the Patriots Premiere, held HESSCO facilities in Wrentham Foundation and Patriots Women’s Association Celebrate Volunteerism event at the night before on the Gillette and Plainville. The women even the HESSCO facility in Foxborough on Sept. 2. Stadium field. The premiere is the New England Patriots Charitable made a surprise flower delivery much for the beautiful flowers.” “This is so wonderful,” said to Mary Souza, who had just re- Foundation’s largest annual fund- Souza turned 100 on Sept. 14. Foxborough resident Mary Des- raiser. turned to her apartment from champs. “The Krafts are such a chorus practice. Back at the HESSCO facility, the wonderful family. These flowers After visiting with the seniors, “Oh, this is a wonderful sur- Patriots Women’s Association are so lovely.” the women’s association helped prise,” said Souza. “Thank you very surprised a group of women wait- prepare and serve the group ing on their laundry to finish. The flowers, which were do- lunch. FOOTBALL FOR YOU IN FOXBOROUGH On June 25, the New England Patriots clinic, including nearly 30 participants Charitable Foundation and Patriots Alumni from the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Club hosted a free “Football For YOU” youth Integration Initiative. Patriots Alumni, football clinic inside the Empower Field House. including Alumni Club President Pete More than 100 children participated in the Brock, served as instructors during the various skills stations. 4 Partners in Patriotism Partners in Patriotism

in THE SCHOOLS WELCOME TO FOXBOROUGH! The Kraft Group helps welcome new teachers to town Twelve of Foxbor- Scene is an absolute our new teachers said ough’s newest teachers favorite and allows time that when watching enjoyed an afternoon at for new colleagues to get a game in the future Patriot Place and Gillette to know each other in a they will have a much Stadium as guests of the relaxed atmosphere,” Dr. different perspective Kraft Group on Aug. 19. Berdos said. “Lunch was now that they have a Foxborough Assis- fantastic and meeting better understand- Foxborough’s new teachers visited the press box inside Gillette tant Superintendent at a venue where it is ing of the number of Stadium as part of a stadium tour conducted by members of the of Schools, Dr. Amy all about teamwork is people involved and all Kraft organization as a way to welcome the group to the community. Berdos, joined the very appropriate as our the behind-the-scenes such great supporters greatly appreciated,” Dr. town’s 12 new teachers teachers meet their new work it takes to bring in the Kraft Group. Berdos said. “They make for lunch at CBS Scene team.” what we hear and see “The Kraft Group’s our organization feel like restaurant at Patriot The highlight of the on game day.” time and hospitality is we are the MVP.” Place before members stadium tour was get- Dr. Ber- of the Kraft Group took ting an up-close and dos added the guests on a tour personal view of the that the of Gillette Stadium. Dr. stadium and how it Foxborough Berdos said the event is operates on game day. Public always a great way for “Seeing the press Schools FACES OF FOXBOROUGH the new teachers to get box from the inside “continue to know their community definitely provided a to feel very BRIDGETTE WHALL and each other. new perspective,” Dr. fortunate” Lifelong resident Bridgette Whall got her first part- “The lunch at CBS Berdos said. “Many of to have time job at the Patriots ProShop in August 2008 while she was in high school. Now a supervisor, Bridgette is responsible Foxborough admins for training new staff, reconciling cash drawers and helping to solve issues before they reach management level, in addition to kick off new school her sales associate responsibilities. year with retreat Bridgette says she loves working at the Patriots ProShop and being a part of the Kraft Group because of all the different people at Gillette Stadium she interacts with on a daily basis. Led by Foxborough Schools Super- “I meet someone new every day and it is awesome to share my love for football and the Patriots with them,” she said. “This intendent Debra Spinelli, approximately 30 administrators, department includes my co-workers, management, fans and ProShop heads, curriculum directors and specialists attended the district’s customers.” annual Administrative Retreat, held at Gillette Stadium on Aug. 18. Bridgette adds that she has remained with the Kraft Group for The administrators discussed recent technology updates throughout seven years because “it’s like being a part of one giant family.” the school system, as well as plans to expand the use of technology in “Everyone is always there to lend a helping hand and I couldn’t all classrooms in the coming year. The group also spent time sharing imagine working for another company like it,” Bridgette said. ideas about what the district should focus on over the next five years. As for what has kept her in Foxborough for 24 years? “Together, the Kraft Group, New England Patriots and Patriot Place are our strongest community “I enjoy the small-town feel,” partners,” said Spinelli. “We have a she said. “Everyone knows unique and enduring relationship that one another and everyone is extremely friendly. The best part we value and cherish. As educational is being able to tell people that I leaders, our annual retreat at Gillette live in the same town as the New Stadium reminds us that we have on- England Patriots!” going support from the Patriots and When she is not working, she Bridgette and Patriots ProShop Mr. Kraft, which means everything to loves watching and playing sports employees pose with the Super our Foxborough Public Schools team.” with her family and friends. Bowl XLIX Championship gear. 5 Upcoming Events at Oct REVOLUTION VS. MONTREAL IMPACT Date: Saturday, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m. 17 Details: MLS regular season match Oct UMASS VS. TOLEDO FOOTBALL Date: Saturday, Oct. 24 24 Details: The UMass Minutemen take on Toledo in a game at Gillette Stadium. Oct PATRIOTS VS.

Date: Sunday, Oct. 25, 1 p.m. 25 Details: The Patriots host the New York Jets in Week 7 of the NFL regular season Oct PATRIOTS VS. MIAMI Date: Thursday, Oct. 29, 8:25 p.m. 29 Details: The Patriots host the Miami Dolphinsin Week 8 of the NFL regular season Nov UMASS VS. AKRON FOOTBALL Date: Saturday, Nov. 7 7 Details: The UMass Minutemen take on Akron in a college football game at Gillette Stadium. Nov PATRIOTS VS. WASHINGTON Date: Sunday, Nov. 8, 1 p.m. 8 Details: The Patriots host the Washington Redskins in Week 9 of the NFL regular season.

Nov PATRIOTS VS. BUFFALO Date: Monday, Nov. 23, 8:30 p.m. 23 Details: The Patriots host the on in Week 11 of the NFL regular season DEC 2015 MIAA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Date: Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. Details: The Kraft family will provide Massachusetts high school football teams a memorable experience 5 on New England’s most famous football field for the ninth straight year as 12 teams will compete for six state football championships at Gillette Stadium.

DEC PATRIOTS VS. PHILADELPHIA Date: Sunday, Dec. 6, 4:25 p.m. 6 Details: The Patriots host the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 13 of the NFL regular season. Dec PATRIOTS VS. TENNESSEE Date: Sunday, Dec. 20, 1 p.m. 20 Details: The Patriots host the Titans in Week 15 of the NFL regular season

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.

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Partners in Patriotism Devoted Volunteer receives 2015 Community Service Award New England Patriots offensive tackle widespread charitable work was a Nate Solder has been an active volun- model for how a Patriots player can teer in the community since arriving to make an impact off the field. Foxborough as the team’s first round “Nate has been a wonderful person pick in 2011. On Sept. 1, Solder be- to get to know over the last four sea- came the 13th player to receive the Pa- sons,” said Kraft. “Time and time again, triots Ron Burton Community Service he has not only proved his diligence on Award for his outstanding volunteerism the field, but his work ethic and charac- From left: Former Patriots offensive lineman Joe Andruzzi, Patriots linebacker and commitment to the community. ter has shined brightly off the field as , Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft, Ron Burton Sr.’s wife, JoAnn Burton, Patriots offensive lineman Nate Solder, Patriots special teams Solder, who resides in Foxborough well, as he has been a tireless volunteer captain and Patriots defensive back Devin McCourty. with his wife, Lexi, and their son, was rec- in the community. His devotion to ognized at the 2015 Patriots Premiere, helping others and countless hours of “The Hockomock Area character,” said Ed Hurley, a red carpet gala held annually on the volunteerism is remarkable and worthy YMCA and the 15 local president of the Hocko- field at Gillette Stadium. of this recognition.” communities we serve mock Area YMCA. “Nate Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Solder has also been an advocate are grateful beneficiaries has always been there for Kraft presented Solder with the award, for the Hockomock Area YMCA, of Nate Solder’s commit- our Y and we can always which is named in honor of the late Ron volunteering his time to many YMCA ment to strengthening our count on his presence at Burton, the first player drafted by the programs and events throughout the community through his our special events thorugh- team and a community leader whose Foxborough area. extraordinary strength of out the year.” MILESTONE: Patriots honor Foxborough football coach REVENUE: Historic year at Gillette Stadium From PAGE 1 High on Sept. 22, to present From PAGE 1 “It’s amazing,” Joanne Mar- Martinelli with the award. tinelli said of the pregame field “It’s certainly awesome on • 14 percent of FY15 Public visit. “It’s so real being this close the Patriots part to do this,” said Safety budget to players.” Martinelli. “Not just for Foxbor- • 3 percent of FY15 Education As part of the Patriots Coach ough, but for all they do for all of budget the high schools and communi- of the Week award, the New Andre Tippett (left) presents Jack • Nearly 2 percent of FY15 ties in New England.” England Patriots Charitable Martinelli with the Patriots High Operating budget Foundation will donate $1,000 School Football Coach of the Week Foxborough High School to Foxborough High School’s award on Sept. 22. Athletic Director Caitlin Brown With two UMass football games football program in Martinelli’s Patriots and Pro Football Hall of called the Patriots’ donation and the 2016 Bridgestone NHL name. Famer and the team’s executive and presentation to Martinelli Winter Classic Alumni Game “Congratulations to Foxbor- director of community affairs. “unbelievable.” scheduled in the fourth quarter, ough High School, the football “We are honored to recognize “We are so fortunate to be in the Town’s record tax revenue will program and head coach Jack this achievement and would like Foxborough and have the Kraft continue to grow. By year’s end, we Martinelli on reaching such an to wish the team the best of luck Group, which is really supportive anticipate the Town will receive ap- impressive milestone with 250 the rest of the season.” of our community in a variety of proximately $1.35 million from just career wins,” said Andre Tippett, Tippett visited Foxborough different ways,” Brown said. special events alone in 2015. This success is a direct result of the partnership between the Kraft Residents Enjoy Ed Sheeran Show Group and the Town, epitomizing the Congratulations to Foxborough resident Julie Pritchard (right) for importance of teamwork. We are winning our Q2 Foxborough Resident Playbook offer! Pritchard and very proud to share this success 11 of her guests enjoyed the Sept. 25 Ed Sheeran show from a with the community and thank you Gillette Stadium suite. “It was so exciting to win this prize,” all for your support during a histori- cally busy year at Gillette Stadium. 8 said Pritchard. “What an experience; we had the best time!” Partners in Patriotism DATE OF APPLICATION:

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From left: Foxborough residents Mary Beth Sweeney, Chloe Hurley, Caroline Wheatley, Annie McGeary, Molly Farrell and Hallie Canfield were among the 23,497 fans to attend the Patriots’ ninth annual in-stadium practice on Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Gillette Stadium. Foxborough Resident Celebrates Birthday at Patriots In-Stadium Practice For Foxborough resident An- ots season ticket members, is nie McGeary, there was no bet- a fun way to hang out inside the ter place to celebrate her 17th stadium with friends and watch birthday than with 23,497 fans some of their favorite Patriots at Gillette Stadium on Wednes- players, including and day, Aug. 5, for the Patriots’ ninth . annual in-stadium practice. The in-stadium practice is held “It’s so cool to celebrate my annually as a way for the Patriots birthday at Gillette Stadium,” to thank their local community BANNER NIGHT: Foxborough was the center of the football world McGeary said. “I love the Patriots and loyal fans for their continued on Thursday, Sept. 10, when the New England Patriots kicked off the 2015 NFL season against the Pittsburgh Steelers in primetime and we’re having so much fun!” support. Fans attending the prac- at Gillette Stadium. Prior to the game, the Patriots held a special McGeary and her group of tice watched players go through pregame and championship ceremony, where the four-time world champions unveiled their Super Bowl XLIX championship banner. friends said the event, which is numerous positional drills before The celebration featured musical performances by The Dropkick Murphys, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and T-Pain, while singer Grace Potter performed the national held annually for Foxbor- the team participated in 7-on-7 anthem. Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft joined three Patriots Hall of Famers, including Foxborough resident Troy Brown, on the field with the team’s four Lombardi Trophies. The ceremony concluded with a stadium-wide card stunt that displayed the message, “Super Bowl XLIX Champs.” On the field, New England Patriots quarterback Tom 10 ough residents and Patri- and 11-on-11 drills. Brady threw four passes, three of which went to tight end and Foxborough resident, Rob Gronkowski. The Patriots defeated the Steelers, 28-21. Partners in Patriotism

Military Appreciation Day: On Aug. 6, the Kraft family and Patriots Charitable Foundation hosted 50 members of the U.S. Armed Forces at training camp for Military Appreciation Day. Petty Officer Adam Smith of the U.S. Coast Guard enjoyed his first visit to Foxborough, saying “Foxborough is a really cool area with Gillette Stadium and Patriot Place. It’s amazing how all of these people are out here supporting the team during training camp. I’m having a great time and am very appreciative of the Kraft family and Patriots for inviting us to watch the team practice.” Smith and other military members enjoyed lunch and watched practice from the Patriots Charitable Foundation’s VIP Tent. After practice, players and coaches visited the special guests and signed autographs to conclude a memorable day.

Camp Smiles: The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation hosted 15 nonprofits and more than 400 people for special Training Camp experiences, including interacting with players. Fan Zone Fun: During Patriots traning camp, fans of all ages enjoyed the interactive Patriots Fan Zone, which featured bounce houses, obstacles, games, music and more.

Public Safety Family Appreciation Day On Aug. 16, the Kraft family invited BANNER NIGHT: Foxborough was the center of the football world public safety officials and staff who work on Thursday, Sept. 10, when the New England Patriots kicked off directly with Gillette Stadium to a Family the 2015 NFL season against the Pittsburgh Steelers in primetime Appreciation Day event inside Gillette at Gillette Stadium. Prior to the game, the Patriots held a special Stadium to express their appreciation and pregame and championship ceremony, where the four-time world offer these individuals an opportunity to champions unveiled their Super Bowl XLIX championship banner. relax with loved ones before the stadium’s The celebration featured musical performances by The Dropkick Murphys, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and T-Pain, while singer Grace Potter performed the national event season ramped up. Approximately anthem. Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft joined three Patriots Hall of Famers, including Foxborough resident Troy Brown, on the field with the team’s four Lombardi 450 people attended the event, Trophies. The ceremony concluded with a stadium-wide card stunt that displayed the message, “Super Bowl XLIX Champs.” On the field, New England Patriots quarterback Tom which included activities on the Brady threw four touchdown passes, three of which went to tight end and Foxborough resident, Rob Gronkowski. The Patriots defeated the Steelers, 28-21. game field, food and beverages. 11 Partners in Patriotism

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