HENDERSON, Nev. -- The Las Vegas Raiders hosted their second annual Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium. Upwards of 200 youth aged 6-12 years old participated in the event. Raiders players, their significant others, Raiderettes, Raider Rusher, and Raiders staff all volunteered their time to ensure the attendees, many from foster care, had an unforgettable experience.
Raiders players contributed funds to purchase toys for the event and to donate to other community toy drives. The stadium was transformed into a magical wonderland, where Raiders players – DE David Agoha, DT Matthew Butler, FB Jakob Johnson, G Jordan Meredith, DE Elerson Smith and DE Charles Snowden spent the evening helping children choose toys. The festive night included arts and crafts, an ice-skating rink, fun games, and a playful inflatable area. In addition, Quaker Oats Company donated 250 packets of oatmeal and Frito Lay donated 300 bags of chips for guests to take home.
Beneficiaries of the donated toys included Child Haven, Parkdale Recreation Center, Stupak Recreation Center, Neighborhood Recreation Center, Silver Mesa Recreation Center, Café Lola Chari-Tea and Toy Drive benefiting Olive Crest, Councilwoman Olivia Diaz and La Campensina's Winter Wonderland Festival, SafeNest Adopt-A-Family, and three Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Departments.
Additionally, Raiders Employee Resource Groups purchased $10,000 worth of essential items and toys for students and families attending Acelero's thirteen locations across Southern Nevada.
The Las Vegas Raiders remain committed to uplifting the community through positive acts of service, fostering a sense of belonging and unity, and ensuring a joyous holiday season for all.
The Raiders hosted a Youth Holiday Party for community members from local organizations at Allegiant Stadium to enjoy an evening of holiday fun.
Raiderettes Cierra, Devyn, Kelsey, Kennedy, Cheyanne and Makenna P. pose for a photo during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members collect Las Vegas Raiders gear and snacks during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members collect Las Vegas Raiders gear and snacks during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
The Raiderettes welcome youth community members to the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A view of toys set up in the locker room for youth community members to choose from during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enter the locker room to select their toys during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Matthew Butler (94) high fives a youth community member during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden (49) helps a youth community member select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Elerson Smith (92) helps a youth community member select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Raiderette Kennedy helps a youth community member select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden (49) helps a youth community member select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Las Vegas Raiders offensive lineman Jordan Meredith (61) helps a youth community member select their toys in the locker room during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enjoy an ice cream sundae bar during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enjoy a hot chocolate bar during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A youth community member enjoys activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enjoy activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A youth community member enjoys activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enjoy activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enjoy activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members pose for a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A youth community member enjoys activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A youth community member enjoys an activity with Raiderette Kelsey during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A youth community member enjoys activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
A youth community member enjoys activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members enjoy activities during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Raiderettes Makenna P., Kelsey and Cheyanne pose for a photo with a youth community member during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Raider Rusher high fives a youth community member during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
Youth community members and the Grinch pose for a photo during the Raiders Youth Holiday Party at Allegiant Stadium.
