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On Wednesday morning, the NFL announced the 32 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominees, and for the second straight season, Connor Barwin has been named the Eagles' Man of the Year.
"Serving their communities and philanthropic causes is a strong and long-standing tradition of NFL players," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. "These outstanding young men embrace and represent that important commitment of giving back to our communities. We salute and thank our players for their leadership."
Connor Barwin helped unveil the revitalized Brooks Park in South Philadelphia, which benefited from Barwin's 2014 Make The World Better Concert ...
On Monday, the ribbon was cut at the revitalized Ralph Brooks Park in South Philadelphia
The Park is located at 20th and Tasker
Connor Barwin arrives for the ribbon-cutting ceremony
Barwin shares a hug with Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter
"Most folks talk about what they want to do. Connor Barwin talks about what he's going to do." - Mayor Nutter
This park, which cost approximately $450,000 to rejuvenate, benefited from Barwin's 2014 MTWB concert at Union Transfer, which featured Kurt Vile and the Violators, The Districts and others
"This is a very exciting day for everyone." - Connor Barwin
The park also features a water garden which will help lower water polution levels in the city
A look at the renovated "Tot Lot"
Barwin received a certificate of appreciation from Councilman Kenyatta Johnson
Barwin was on-hand for the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, along with Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, Philadelphia Mural Arts representatives and many others who helped see the transformed park become a reality
Cut that ribbon!
The brand new Ralph Brooks park is officially opened!
It was a total team effort to bring this new park to life
Afterwards, Barwin took photos and signed autographs for fans
It's almost hard to imagine that Barwin is only playing in his third season in Philadelphia, considering all the work he's put into giving back to the community during his time here.
Barwin's Make The World Better Foundation has recently completed the revitalization of Ralph Brooks Park at 20th and Tasker in South Philadelphia and is now working on bringing the same type of rejuvenation to Smith Playground on 24th Street. Using money from his two Make The World Better concerts held at Union Station, Barwin has helped provide Philadelphia children with a safe and clean place to play.
Each of the 32 team nominees receives a $5,000 donation to their charity of choice. The two runner-ups will receive an additional $6,000 donation to their charity of choice. The winner will receive an additional $50,000 donation to his charity of choice. Three finalists will be announced in January 2016, and the winner will be announced during the NFL Honors Ceremony held on the night before Super Bowl 50 on February 6, 2016.
Fans can help Barwin achieve even more good in the City of Philadelphia by using the hashtag #BARWINWPMOYCHALLENGE across social media. The Man of the Year candidate whose hashtag is used to most through December 31, 2015 will receive a $20,000 donation to support their cause.
Earlier this month, Eagles linebacker Connor Barwin held his second-annual Make The World Better benefit concert ...
This was the second benefit concert held by Barwin since his arrival in Philadelphia in 2013
Connor Barwin's father says hello
DT Beau Allen and Eagles head strength coach Josh Hingst
DE Taylor Hart was also in attendance
Barwin mingles during a VIP reception before the show
Proceeds from the show benefit Barwin's Make The World Better Foundation, which is renovating Smith Playgournf in South Philadelphia
Eagles second round pick Eric Rowe
Eagles fifth round pick JaCorey Shepherd
C Jason Kelce gives a big bear hug
Many Eagles staff members showed up to support Barwin's cause
DE Taylor Hart and Eagles outside linebackers coach Bill McGovern
Barwin takes the stage to thank everyone for coming to the concert
The Suffers opened up the action
Union Transfer played host for the event
The view from the second-story balcony
The show raised $150,000 which was matched by Barwin for a grand total of $300,000
Marian Hill takes the stage
Connor Barwin continues his efforts to Make The World Better, especially here in Philadelphia
