Pay Tribute To Jim Kleinsasser And Help Out A Sick Child, All At Once

by Ted Glover on Dec 30, 2011 2:03 PM CST in Minnesota Vikings 2011 Season

Yesterday in the comment section of the Jim Kleinsasser is retiring story, somebody asked how we as a fanbase could pay tribute to the great career of Jim Kleinsasser. Well, I got a couple emails from you fine folks with the recommendation that we donate a few dollars to his preferred charity, and I personally think that's one of the best ideas we've ever done here at DN.

I spoke to Vikings PR guy Jeff Anderson, and he said that Jim and his wife are heavily involved with the Make A Wish Foundation, which should surprise absolutely no one.

Click right here, and it should take you to the donation page for Make A Wish Minnesota. And if you live somewhere else and want to donate to your local Make A Wish Foundation, that's fine as well.

On a personal note, Make A Wish is one of the best charities there are. I got to help make a very sick kid a 'pilot for a day' once, and it was one of the most rewarding thing I've ever done as a human being.

You'll be making a child that is more than likely terminally ill live their dream, if only for a few hours, while tipping your cap to Jim Kleinsasser at the same time.

Pass the hat, and pass the word.

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Awesome stuff. Rec'd this

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by DM_Purp on Dec 30, 2011 2:18 PM CST reply actions

Great idea.

Wouldn’t be surprised if the Sauce preferred we do it this way anywho. This is an excellent organization and this money, no matter the amount, will go to good use.

Build up your weaknesses until they become your strong points." --Knute Rockne

by abba7 on Dec 30, 2011 2:27 PM CST reply actions