Ed Block Courage Award

In 1986, the Ed Block Courage Award Foundation was incorporated as a charitable organization with Sam Lamantia Jr. as its CEO.

The Baltimore-based foundation's twin objectives are to celebrate players of inspiration in the NFL and to raise public awareness and support prevention of child abuse.

Radio public service announcements, along with televised programs, internet, and print media, are used by the foundation in furtherance of its mission.

Each March, the 32 selected players receive their Ed Block Courage Award at a banquet held in Baltimore.

Past recipients include Robbie Gould, Joe Montana, Peyton Manning, and Dan Marino.