(S2) - Weekend PT #7 - Charity Fundraiser

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Coming from a less privileged family is a familiar feeling to Paul DiMirio. DiMirio didn't have enough money to buy full-fledged football equipment as a child, so he stuck to backyard games. Once in High School, he yearned to be on the team, but the equipment was too much money for his struggling family. However, the starting QB came down with an injury, and there was nobody to back him up. DiMirio, who played QB often, filled in -- using the starter's equipment. If not for a stroke of luck and generosity, DiMirio would've been working an office job right now.

Paul wants to give back by hosting a neighborhood tournament (friendly style) among kids to foster athletic growth among less privileged kids. The money will go to scholarship funds for young ages across the country. DiMirio will also hold a camp before hand to raise more money and excitement in the game of football. Various events will be open to the community for spectating.

DiMirio's goal for this session is to raise $25,000 for kids around the country to be able to follow their dreams regardless of background. "I really think that money shouldn't be holding these young, talented, kids back from what they want to do," said DiMirio in a press conference yesterday. Excitement for the event, which will be held on numerous high school fields in Philly, with the finale being in Taco Bell stadium, has reached a fever pitch, making DiMirio thrilled. "I'm just glad that I can do what I love, these kids can do what they love, to allow other to do what they love.''

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