Christian McCaffrey, Running Back
Christian McCaffrey's commitment to the military community stems from a deep respect for service and a belief in supporting mental and physical wellness. Through the Christian McCaffrey Foundation, he honors and empowers veterans, especially those in Special Operations, with holistic health resources.
The foundation's flagship initiative, 23 and Troops, launched in 2021, focuses on healing from post-traumatic stress using athlete-level care. McCaffrey advocates for veterans to receive the same elite treatment athletes do, saying, "I want veterans to be treated just like us athletes." To date, the foundation has invested nearly $700,000 in military support, including $250,000 to REBOOT Recovery for trauma healing and another $250,000 to Resilience Code for personalized medical care.
Additionally, the foundation paid off holiday layaway balances for 515 military families. McCaffrey also actively participates in the NFL's Salute to Service, connecting with active-duty members, veterans, and Gold Star families, and showcases 23 and Troops through the My Cause My Cleats campaign.