The coronavirus pandemic is affecting everyone on the planet. The vast majority of the populace is rendered fairly helpless, able to do little more to help the global cause than staying at home, washing their hands, and trying to stop the spread.
A select few are in a position to do more. Two of the Cowboys’ biggest stars are stepping up and using their piece of the celebrity spotlight to make a difference outside their homes. Running back Ezekiel Elliott and edge rusher DeMarcus Lawrence have both increased their efforts to help tackle this common opponent with campaigns shared on social media.
Elliott posted to Instagram on Thursday to announce an initiative to benefit the North Texas Food Bank. Elliott will be releasing new merchandise to fans, with 100% of the proceeds going to help feed locals in need during this uncertain time. It’s a perfect fit for the player whose “Feed Me” in-game pantomime has become a rallying cheer for Cowboys fans. Centre, a Metroplex retail company, will be matching whatever Elliott raises through the sales.
Lawrence took a hands-on approach with a family art project to personally show their appreciation for neighborhood first responders and healthcare workers.
The Law’s came together last night for a DYI project to THANK our essential workers, first responders & health care workers! Thank you @Lowes for inspiring us to #BuildThanks ! I challenge all my followers to do the same w/ items around your home! Share w/ me when you do! 🤘🏿 pic.twitter.com/EdY7M6Isxe
— DeMarcus Lawrence (@TankLawrence) April 8, 2020
Fans are invited to construct similar messages of gratitude in their front yards, windows, porches and home exteriors so that their local frontline heroes can see and feel the enormous impact they are making in their communities every day.
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