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By Jen Cooper After a few days of unseasonably mild conditions, February 28th was here to remind us that winter had not gone away just yet. Westport Plaza held its first Winter Wonderland event benefiting the Pujols Family Foundation on Saturday and it was definitely cold. But it was not just the temperatures and frigid wind gusts that set the stage for this event but around every corner in the Westport Village you got another sense of the season. Intricate…

Pujols Family Foundation Executive Director, Todd Perry, was recently promoted to PFF Chief Executive Officer. Perry has been a leading visionary for the Foundation and has served faithfully since its inception in May of 2005. Upon reflection of Perry’s passion for the mission and purpose of the Pujols Family Foundation, it is clear this position has been one of destiny for him from the beginning. “This is a very well deserved promotion,” says PFF board member Jeanette Bax-Kurtz. “Anyone who…

he Pujols Family Foundation and The Parking Spot have partnered to offer you 25% off airport parking with a Saturday night stay. 10% off without. Please click here for your free coupon. Special Thanks to the Parking Spot in St. Louis for allowing our Doctors and staff to Park for free during our Dominican Republic Mission trips. Coupon may not be combined with any other offer. Coupon Expires 12/31/2010.

The Pujols Family Foundation and Eagle Bank and Trust are joining forces to enhance the lives of families served by the foundation. For the past four years, the Pujols Family Foundation has provided support area families afflicted by Down syndrome. The foundation hosts several social events throughout the year including a Prom, bowling nights, scrapbooking nights and cooking classes to provide hope and extraordinary experiences for families and children who live with Down syndrome. The foundation also works to meet…

Thanks to a bases loaded hit to the fence by All-Star Nick McMullen in the bottom of the final frame, Albert’s All-Stars slugged their way to a 21-20 win over the Ellisville Bulldogs in the Pujols Family Foundation’s second annual All-Star Game and Home Run Derby. “Time to have fun,” said a smiling Nick, holding a game ball with his girlfriend by his side after “The Rematch,” held June 15 at the Catch 22 Miracle Field at the Chesterfield Valley…

By Matthew Leach / MLB.com ST. LOUIS — On a lovely, surprisingly mild late-summer day, nearly every Cardinals player gave up his off-day to trek out approximately 40 miles from downtown St. Louis. Of course, there was golf awaiting them when they got there, but even so, it was telling. The annual Albert Pujols Celebrity Golf Classic took place on Monday at the Country Club at St. Alban’s, west of St. Louis. And it was hard to find a Cardinals…

by Anna M. Jones Karen Cunningham’s only goal was to grab her Kleenex and speech and get off the stage as quickly as she could at the Pujols Family Foundation’s annual O’ Night Divine dinner. Then she realized Al ‘the Mad Hungarian’ Hrabosky was standing, and it hit her. “When I saw him stand up, I was blown away,” she said. “For him of all people, then I realized everyone was standing up.” And applauding. Amid a sea of professional…

The Pujols Family Foundation has had dozens of questions about our plans to provide relief to the people of Haiti. We strongly suggest that all donations are directed to our partners on the ground in the Dominican Republic and in Haiti, Compassion International. For more information, please see the message below from Compassion International, or visit their Web site at compassion.com/haiticrisis We ask that you pray for the Haitian families and for the teams who are serving that country in…

By Kate Swarbrick The minute the Pujols Foundation families walked through the entryway of Scottrade Center, they immediately ran toward their friends at the PFF, offering hugs and details about their busy winter breaks. Soon enough, however, all talk turned to hockey. Nick McMullen revealed that he used to play goalie. David Kime demonstrated his great familiarity with the Blues, identifying the players by name, and Lauren Hennicke, expressed how she is huge sports fan who loves to watch the…

During the last week of February, the Pujols Family Foundation took a short fact-finding mission to the Dominican Republic to prepare for two major initiatives this summer. The first is Batey Baseball. This program is brand new for 2010 and is directly from the heart of Albert Pujols. Batey Baseball is a joint venture with the PFF, Compassion International and the community of Batey Aleman. “We are not trying to find Major League Baseball players here,” says Albert Pujols. “Our…

The Pujols Family Foundation and Eagle Bank and Trust are pleased to announce the return of the Pujols MVP5 Money Market account, providing a way for local businesses to support the Foundation while earning a great rate. Available exclusively at Eagle Bank, the 2010 Pujols MVP5 Money Market account offers a rate equal to Albert’s batting average. For example, if Albert is batting .337, the money market interest rate is 3.37% Annual Percentage Yield. This is a very limited offer…

By Todd Perry Prelude: Somewhere west of the Bahamas but east of Cuba, flying at 37,000 feet, Albert Pujols turned to me and said, “We need to do something with baseball. God has put something on my heart. I’m not sure when, I’m not sure where, but I know it has to do with baseball.” At the Pujols Family Foundation we already host several events that are baseball related: The Suite Nights at Busch Stadium, Buses for Baseball, Albert’s All-Star…

By Derrick Goold | St. Louis Post-Dispatch, used with permission ST. ALBANS, Mo. — The tallest, biggest and most famous golfer in the group arrived at the Country Club of St. Albans wearing a newsboy’s hat, khaki shoes personalized with his Blue Chips-era “dunkman” logo and a sweater vest. Yes, a sweater vest. “Shaqie!” Dee Dee Pujols greated Shaquille O’Neal with a hug. She whispered later: “Only I can call him ‘Shaqie’.” Right, but who was going to tell him…

The Pujols Family Foundation is please to welcome Cillah Hall and Xanadu Public Relations as its official Public Relations firm. Cillah has been working with the Foundation over the past several months as needed. Her professionalism and heart for those we serve has been noticed and appreciated by our staff and many of our families. Cillah is the owner of Xanadu Public Relations and editor-in-chief of St. Charles based StreetScape Magazine, a free quarterly leisure and entertainment publication with a…

In April, the Pujols Family Foundation reached out to twelve individuals who have shown a heart for service within our programs, to serve on our 2011 Advisory Board. The Advisory Board of the Pujols Family Foundation was created and selected by the Board of Directors. The Advisory Board members are being asked by the Board of Directors to join and pledge their personal, professional and financial resources to assist in the mission of Pujols Family Foundation in an advisory capacity.…

Pujols hosts ninth annual Celebrity Golf Classic By Matthew Leach / MLB.com ST. LOUIS — When you’ve got pull, you’ve got pull. Albert Pujols is a big deal in the city where he’s spent the past 11 years as a superstar slugger. So big, it seems, that even Mother Nature takes care of Pujols. A day after sweltering, stifling heat covered the St. Louis area, a cloudy, cooler day dawned on Monday. It was a perfect setup for the ninth…

Albert Pujols has been named as the St. Louis Cardinals nominee for the 2011 Roberto Clemente Award. Each year, each of the 30 MLB clubs nominates the player who, in the words of Major League Baseball “best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and the individual’s contribution to his team.” This year, fans can cast their vote on-line for the player they consider most deserving of the award, joining the votes cast by a special selection committee that…

Wheaties FUEL is asking fans nationwide to support Albert Pujols and the Pujols Family Foundation. Fans can help by sending tweets to @Wheaties_Fuel using the hashtag #FuelPujols or by posting a message on the Wheaties FUEL Pujols Facebook page at: http://on.fb.me/FUELpujolsFB For each original tweet or post, Wheaties FUEL will donate $1 to the Pujols Family Foundation, up to $10,000. It’s a great way to congratulate Albert and support the work of the Pujols Family Foundation. Please send a tweet…

Dear Friends, It grieves me beyond words to inform you that Brad Feldt passed away today from complications of pneumonia. His life and his legacy is one of enthusiasm, love and joy. Everyone who knew Brad was blessed by his constant smile and famous bear hugs. Brad and I had developed a true friendship over the years and he was featured with (his long time love and soulmate) Leslie in the 2011 Autumn Prom video shown at O’ Night Divine.…

The Pujols Family Foundation (PFF) is pleased to announce its launch as a National organization. The PFF is expanding its mission to include St. Louis, Southern California, Kansas City, Missouri and Nashville, Tennessee by the end of 2012. The national effort is an extraordinary opportunity to positively impact the lives of thousands of children and adults living with Down syndrome. PFF team members are collaborating with Down syndrome organizations throughout the U.S. to assess the unique needs of each community.…

By: Joanne Lui A common theme ran through the 11th annual Albert Pujols Celebrity Golf Classic: pretty much everyone who was there – from the celebrities and players to the sponsors and volunteers – was there because they shared a passion for helping others. On a beautiful, sunny Monday at the Trump National Golf Club in Southern California, Albert Pujols gathered with family, friends and supporters to have some fun while raising money for the Pujols Family Foundation. While Albert’s…

During this modern day Christmas season it is easy to be distracted by the ‘stuff’ that surrounds us. From shopping for the latest toys and tech items to getting the perfect decorations for the house, the hustle and bustle creeps in and takes priority, making it a challenge to connect with the heart of the season. On December 7th, over 500 Pujols Family Foundation supporters came together to focus on the true meaning of Christmas—Christ’s presence in our world. In…

The Pujols Family Foundation’s programs and events fall into three functional areas: Down syndrome, Dominican Republic, and Awareness & Education. The Foundation’s fundraising events help further serve the St. Louis community and beyond by providing the resources needed to develop new programs and services. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 the Pujols Family Foundation hosted the Pins for Pujols Family Foundation Bowling Event raising approximately $4,400. Through the game of bowling, this new event was focused on promoting awareness and education…

Date: May 11, 2015 Location: The Resort At Pelican Hill Newport Beach, California The 13th Annual Albert Pujols Celebrity Golf Classic Presented serves as one of the biggest fundraising events for the Pujols Family Foundation programs in Southern California, nationally and internationally. This celebrity golf tournament features professional athletes, sports personalities, and entertainers, teamed with foursomes made up of corporate executives and community leaders. Join us and our sponsors in providing programs to individuals with Down syndrome in addition to…

For the third year, Matt & Leslee Holliday host the Pujols Family Foundation Celebrity Golf Classic as the event celebrates its thirteenth year in St. Louis! The Celebrity Golf Classic serves as the biggest fundraising event of the year and provides necessary resources to directly benefit programs in St. Louis and across the nation. This celebrity golf tournament features professional athletes, sports personalities, and entertainers, teamed with foursomes made up of corporate executives and community leaders.

11th Annual O’ Night Divine Christmas Celebration Saturday, December 5, 2015 | The Chase Park Plaza | St. Louis, MO Click here for more information & to RSVP.

  The Resort At Pelican Hill Newport Beach, California 10:00 AM Shotgun Start | 4:00 PM Reception The 15th Annual Albert Pujols Celebrity Golf Classic serves as one of the biggest fundraising events for the Pujols Family Foundation and provide the necessary resources to directly benefit programs in Southern California, nationally, and internationally. The celebrity golf tournament features professional athletes, sports personalities, and entertainers, teamed with foursomes made up of corporate executives and community leaders. Join us and our sponsors…

Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch 6:00 PM Reception | 7:00 PM Dinner The O’ Night Divine Christmas Celebration is a star-studded event that has attracted celebrity supporters such as Tony LaRussa, Mike Matheny, Lou Brock, Jim Edmonds, David Eckstein, Matt Holliday, Trevor Rosenthal, Ozzie Smith, Darryl Strawberry, Don Mattingly, David Price, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Aeneas Williams, Bobby Deen and many more. This memorable night represents one of our largest events of the year. It encompasses the heart of the…