FRISCO, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 1, 2024–
The Dallas Cowboys won the 11th annual Reliant Home Run Derby benefiting the Salvation Army of North Texas. Thousands of fans gathered at Ryder's Field in Frisco to cheer on the Cowboys, who swapped their soccer balls for baseballs during the game for this fun and friendly cause. As a result of this charity event, Reliant donated his $145,400 to 23 North Texas nonprofit organizations, bringing his total community impact since the event's inception in 2013 to $984,000. .
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The Dallas Cowboys have partnered with power company Reliant to present $104,900 to the Salvation Army during the 11th Annual Reliant Home Run Derby on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 in Frisco, Texas. Thousands of fans cheered on the Cowboys as they traded football for baseball to raise money for charity. (Photo: Business Wire)
“For Reliant, being a positive force in the communities we serve is an important part of who we are and what we represent,” said Andrea Russell, Reliant Senior Vice President. ”. “We look forward to the Reliant Home Run Derby every year because it is such a fun event for Cowboys fans who directly support an important program in North Texas. We're excited to continue this event with the Cowboys. Together, we're building a stronger community, one home run at a time.”
As Cowboys players took turns on the diamond, each hit and home run collected a donation from Reliant, raising a total of $104,900 to benefit the Salvation Army. Cowboys punter Brian Unger raised $21,200, hit 17 home runs and was named the 2024 Reliant Home Run Derby champion. The Dallas Cowboys full lineup includes:
- brian unger
- Brandon Aubrey
- Daron Brand
- brandin cooks
- Ezekiel Elliott
- jake ferguson
- Eric Kendricks
- duck prescott
- jalen tolbert
- Sam Williams
Majors Paul and Dawn McFarland and more than 150 local students involved with the Salvation Army attended the event. One deserving student from the Gene and Jerry Jones Family Youth Education Town also earned the opportunity to throw out the first pitch to a Cowboys player. The event featured mascots Hugo (Reliant), Rowdy (Cowboys) and Shieldy (Salvation Army). The National Anthem was performed by the Salvation Army Band, and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Chowboys also joined in on the fun.
“The power of sports has a positive impact on our communities,” said Charlotte Jones, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer of the Dallas Cowboys. “The Reliant Home Run Derby brings us together to swing for the fences and raise money for a good cause. Every hit and home run helps make a difference in our community, and it helps everyone It is a victory.”
Reliant Media League
Before the Cowboys took to the plate, Reliant invited local media to step up to the plate for a good cause. His 12 North Texas reporters from local TV, radio, print and online outlets participated in the 8th Annual Reliant Media League. Together they raised a total of $30,500 for local nonprofits. The lineup and its philanthropy includes:
- brie amaranth Sports Illustrated supports Odighizuwa Foundation
- Paige Ellenberger From FOX 4 in support of the Donald McDonald House in Dallas
- sean giggy From WFAA in support of the American Cancer Society
- Tom Gribble New Country 96.3/Morning Hawkeye Supporting the American Diabetes Association
- clarence hill From the Fort Worth Star-Telegram in support of See It Through Charities
- adriana lopez From NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 supporting Austin Street Center
- Mark “Hawkeye” Lewis New Country 96.3/Morning Hawkeye Supporting the Cook Children's Health Foundation
- Eric Mora From Telemundo 39, supporting Little Things Matter
- kelly raspberry From the Kidd Craddick Morning Show supporting Kidd Kids
- Kyle Roberts ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship Supported by WFAA
- Madison Sawyer From CBS Texas 11 in support of the Tara Sawyer Foundation
- Kyle Youmans From Dallas Cowboys TV in support of Speedway Children's Charities
pat donney He supported Team Hoyt Texas from NBC 5 and hosted the Reliant Media League.
Reliant supports local communities year-round through volunteerism, philanthropy, and collaboration with a variety of organizations. In 2023, Reliant donated more than $4.8 million to causes across Texas, and employees contributed more than 4,000 volunteer hours to more than 200 community programs.
About Reliant, an NRG Company
Reliant makes power personal. That's why homes and businesses trust his Reliant not only as a power provider, but also as a pillar of support for the communities we serve. From best-in-class apps to breakthrough innovations, Reliant is a national leader in the evolving energy space, delivering exceptional customer service and products ranging from EV solutions to solar insights and smart home experiences. is recognized as such. As part of NRG Energy, Inc., a Fortune 500 energy and home services company, our purpose is to work together to advance a brighter future that is safe, smart, sustainable. For more information about Reliant, visit reliant.com and connect with Reliant on Facebook (facebook.com/reliantenergy) and on X or Instagram (@reliantenergy). PUCT Certificate #10007.
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713-537-2160
megan.talley@reliant.comWhitney Brandon Faulkner, Dallas Cowboys
214-682-8200
wfaulkner@dallascowboys.net
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