John Munson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com. Meanwhile, the future of his alma mater and Rutgers football is always close to mind for LeGrand, who is excited with the appointment of President Jonathan Holloway and Schiano’s return. When the Coronavirus forced him to cancel the 2020 walk, he took the event online instead. The list of Rutgers individuals giving back includes former defensive backs Devin and Jason McCourty, wideout Tim Wright, tailback Brian Leonard and linebacker Khaseem Greene. The “BELieve” foundation has raised proceeds through selling sporting apparel stitched with LeGrand’s name and number (52) as well as hosting numerous sporting events in LeGrand… Ronald Garutti and Jason Newcomb, partners at Newroads Financial Group and Rutgers alumni, came up with the idea to honor LeGrand and attract attention to his ongoing fundraising three years back. LeGrand also hosts a yearly “Walk to Believe” event through the Christopher Reeve Foundation. Eric LeGrand received his degree in labor and employment relations at the Rutgers University Commencement on May 18, 2014. The event is in honor of Rutgers football legend Eric LeGrand, who suffered a spinal cord injury on October 16, 2010 that paralyzed him. LeGrand was credited with the tackle, but he lay on the ground for several minutes before being carted off, unable to move anything but his head and unable to breathe. LeGrand has since finished his degree, published a book (Believe the Victorious Story of Eric LeGrand), worked as a sports analyst and motivational speaker, and is now trying his hand as a coffee shop owner. LeGrand’s team for the event will be sponsored by Samsung, and he is asking his supporters to wear his newest “bELieve 52” shirt, which can purchased here in collaboration with Shop Fifty Two and Rutgers Athletics. I have researched her condition and the many complications that she suffers from due to the inital injury. LeGrand will absorb all interest from fans Thursday. Support Eric LeGrand and the 5.6 million people living with paralysis. Garutti noted one donation streamed in from Spain via Facebook. Devon Still – a standout defensive lineman who played at Penn State from 2008-11 – had LeGrand on his podcast last summer to discuss a number of topics. In light of the arrests and suspensions, losses and court dates related to the Rutgers football program, Eric LeGrand, the former defensive tackle who is working to walk again, acknowledged the need to attract positive attention to the program. It’s typical to avoid individuals and institutions related to an incident. I truly believe that I have found my purpose in life and that is to motivate and influence. He said in the book that he is really good at … While the initial prognosis was grim, Eric demonstrated his tenacity and strength by shattering all expectations for his recovery and rehabilitation. The inaugural Reeve Run and Roll will launch Saturday, running Oct. 17-25. Eric speaks about his love of football, his injury and perseverance, and his foundation, Team LeGrand. The night will be 15 days before the five-year mark since LeGrand was paralyzed from the neck down while making a tackle for Rutgers in the Meadowlands. In 2013, he launched Team LeGrand, a fundraising arm of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. Eric LeGrand – Net Worth. Former Rutgers football player Eric LeGrand will attend a dinner to raise money for his foundation. The money will be used as my family sees fit. LeGrand announces that his foundation has topped the $1 million mark in money raised … Women's World Cup star Carli Lloyd also contributed. There is nothing that can stop Eric LeGrand. A portion of the proceeds go to the Reeve Foundation. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC. LeGrand Coffee House Debuting with Online Store; Coffee Shop to Open Later this Year in Woodbridge. Believe, as in his inspirational motto. At the on-campus stadium in Piscataway, high above the playing field, his No. For the third consecutive year, an event hosted by two Rutgers season-ticket holders will be held at Fiddler's Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, N.J. LeGrand and his mother, Karen, will be on hand, and tickets are going for $100 per person. Team LeGrand. It says, simply, "BELIEVE.". They have his number emblazoned across the front and back. His life would have been so much different if he was driving to the game and not on the field. Eric LeGrand is still heavily involved with the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. Welcome to the official website of entrepreneur, motivational speaker, sports analyst, author and philanthropist Eric LeGrand. LeGrand Coffee House Opening this Year at New Development Located at 10 Green Street. Eric LeGrand, the former defensive tackle who is working to walk again, acknowledged the need to attract positive attention to the program. Still chartered the Still Strong Foundation with his daughter, Leah, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroblastoma in June 2014. After Capitol riot, Democrats are torn over working with the G.O.P. To date, Team LeGrand has raised nearly $2 million to … Eric said, ”I designed these … and a part of the proceeds are going back to the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation to find a cure for paralysis.” Rutgers Scarlet Knight created a fund named “bELieve.” All the proceeds are going to LeGrand and his family. Eric LeGrand 'Believe Fund' is launched by Rutgers to benefit paralyzed player. "Our goal going in originally was to raise $5,000 or so," said Garutti, who was in attendance at the game when LeGrand was paralyzed. Photo courtesy of LeGrand Coffee Shop Ten years ago, Eric LeGrand’s life was forever changed when he experienced a life-altering spinal cord injury on the Rutgers football field. LeGrand, a star Rutgers football player, suffered a severe injury during a tackle in 2010. Eric LeGrand has launched his own coffee brand, officially opening LeGrand Coffee House on Tuesday.The company debuted with an online store, and developments are currently underway to open a coffee shop in his hometown of Woodbridge later this year. LeGrand earns money from his sponsors and donations. In year two, they took in more than $42,000. Eric LeGrand is opening LeGrand Coffee House in Woodbridge next summer. Tell us your coronavirus story or send a tip here. SNY's Chris Carlin will serve as the emcee for the night. Donations came in from across the tri-state sports scene, both from locals and organizations. "Almost instantaneously, upon mentioning Eric, people say, 'Whatever you need. “The thing that impressed me most about Eric is that when I visited him at Kessler, he was more struck in helping the other young man who didn’t have the care and resources he did,” said Peter Wilderotter, the president and CEO of the Reeve Foundation. He is a Rutgers University football star who, in October 2010, sustained a spinal cord injury at his C3- C4 vertebrae during a game at MetLife Stadium. The organization provides grants to families affected by childhood cancers, allowing them to spend less … An autographed Matt Harvey jersey will also elicit bids. LeGrand is still a New Jersey legend. Eric LeGrand Makes Students Believe Former Rutgers University collegiate athlete and inspirational speaker Eric LeGrand brought his story Believe #52 to Frelinghuysen Middle School students on January 31st. Although additional details are being kept under wraps, the establishment won’t be far from Eric LeGrand "Believe" Park, a handicapped accessible playground in Avenel dedicated in 2016. There are also black and red T-shirts seen in the crowds at each contest. To commemorate his journey, LeGrand is rallying supporters to raise funds for his personal and philanthropic mission -- cures for spinal cord injury. We continue to exceed our own expectations and the last four years have brought in … Mr. Eric LeGrand. The winner will get four seats by the field and a private tour of the premises. "Eric's a unique individual. On a kickoff to Army, LeGrand unintentionally put his head down while running and ended up driving the crown of his head into the shoulder of the ball carrier, Malcolm Brown. James Kratch may be reached at jkratch@njadvancemedia.com. A highlight of this year's auction will be a Fenway Park experience. LeGrand’s many accomplishments are even more impactful considering that the response to trauma is often distance. He had big plans for his 10th annual Walk To Believe, a … In the first year, they raised $24,500. There is also one word that appears. With close to six million Americans living with some form of paralysis, including 1.3 million spinal cord injuries, Eric harnessed the national spotlight he attracted from his injury to give back to the community and inspire those living with and impacted by paralysis to bELieve. One of his trainers, Buffy, will also be there to detail part of LeGrand's physical efforts during therapy that he does multiple times per week. The Giants, Jets, Mets, Red Bulls and Red Sox all contributed items. Rutgers legend Eric LeGrand needs our help and we wanted to spread the word, as Sunday will mark the 7th annual “A Walk To Believe” fundraising event for Team LeGrand of … There are reminders of LeGrand's influence at Rutgers games, both at home and on the road. A Walk to Believe, benefiting Team LeGrand of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, Eric LeGrand Believe Fund, and Rutgers University Spinal Cord Injury Project, highlights the importance of funding research and quality of life initiatives for the nearly … "LIKE" US HERE. The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics announced the establishment of the "Eric LeGrand Believe Fund" to support me and my family. Andrew Mills | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com/nj.com/TNS. Team LeGrand of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation was established in 2013; proceeds go toward research to find a cure for paralysis and helping improve the quality of life for people with spinal cord injuries. Eric LeGrand is an activist and advocate for for individuals living with spinal cord injury and paralysis. – Nick Romanenko. "It's been a rough time. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. Jake Walford April Book Report For my April book report, I decided to do a non fiction book called Believe: Young readers Edition. He was able to pull off his annual “A Walk to Believe” 5K charity run in 2020 despite coronavirus restrictions. "We definitely need some," LeGrand said. His foundation, Team LeGrand —a fundraising arm for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation—has raised more than a million dollars toward finding a cure for … I am a proud supporter of organizations such as the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation as well as the Eric Legrand Believe Foundation So, while the global pandemic is daunting, to borrow from Training Day, “King Kong ain’t got sh** on Eric LeGrand.” Register for this year's 10th Annual A Walk to Believe – Virtual 5K Run, Walk & Roll on June 6, 2020. As a philanthropist, motivational speaker, sports analyst, entrepreneur, and role model to so many, Eric, 30, has turned nearly every obstacle in his life into an opportunity. 52 stands alone. A Walk To Believe is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization. Scheduled to open in late summer 2021, we will be sourcing extraordinary coffees from a local roaster and serve traditional baked goods and food items. Rutgers' Eric LeGrand has been charitable force in last 10 years, with more to come. Unfortunately, Ariana suffered a spinal cord injury and has since been a quadripligic. He will speak with Morristown High School in June. Three years later in 2013, humbled by the outpouring of support from around the nation, LeGrand decided to form a charity. That insight from a young man to help others is what makes him and that smile so contagious.”.