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Old Bridge Resident Honored as 'Santander Community Quarterback'

Old Bridge, NJ Resident Recognized for Social Good and Rewarded with $500 Charitable Donation and VIP Eagles Game Experience

Raegina Hawkins of Old Bridge, NJ was recognized for her incredible work in the community at Sunday’s Eagles game as an honoree in the second annual ‘Santander Community Quarterback’ program. Santander Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles have once again teamed up to honor exceptional individuals who exemplify leadership, dedication and commitment to improving the communities where they live. Ten winners will be selected by a panel of judges made up of Santander and Eagles representatives throughout the season.


Recognized for founding the Central New Jersey chapter of Pink Heals in 2010, Raegina Hawkins, now director of the organization, works to help aid women and families battling cancer troubled from financial obstacles from treatment and expenses. Raegina and the volunteer-only Pink Heals non-profit members, strive to provide emotional and financial support for families within their direct Philadelphia area community in fulfilling basic living and housekeeping needs such as rent, bills, meals, and transportation.

As a winner, Raegina received $500 for the local nonprofit organization of her choice and a VIP experience at the Eagles home game versus the Carolina Panthers, which included the chance to watch the game in the Santander Field Club, located in the end zone at Lincoln Financial Field. At the end of the season, fans will have the opportunity to vote for one of three finalists to be named the Top Community Quarterback. The winner will receive an additional $10,000 to donate to a local nonprofit of his or her choice.

The Eagles and Santander are committed to recognizing outstanding individuals and deeply respect the people who make the Greater Philadelphia region a better place. Nominations are open now through November 16, 2018 and fans will have the opportunity vote for the Top Community Quarterback from December 5 through 19. For more information or to nominate an outstanding individual you know, please visit: www.santanderbank.com/CommunityQB.

Santander is the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles.

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