Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins has been named one of five finalists for the Byron “Whizzer” White Award, given annually by the NFL Players Association to individuals who go above and beyond to perform community service in their team cities and hometowns.
 
“It means a lot to be named a finalist for the Byron ‘Whizzer’ White Award,” said Jenkins. “This recognition is more a reflection of my team than myself and honors all of the volunteers, sponsors and most importantly the board of directors that allow us to spread our wings across four states and make a lasting impact on thousands of people. With this nomination, I am more proud of them than myself.”
 
A standout both on the field and in the community, Jenkins founded The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation to create positive change for youth living in underserved communities in New Jersey, Ohio, Louisiana and Pennsylvania, all of which are areas that have supported Jenkins at a time in his life. The foundation puts on signature activities around the year, including after-school programs, scholarships, football camps and youth safety initiatives. The foundation continues to develop year-round programs and is expanding in the Philadelphia area. Jenkins was also the Saints team representative for the award following the 2013 season.
 
For more information on The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation and its signature programs, visit www.themalcolmjenkinsfoundation.org and follow on Twitter @TheMJFoundation.
 
The Byron “Whizzer” White Award is the highest honor the NFLPA can bestow on a player. Along with Jenkins, this year’s finalists are Dustin Colquitt (Kansas City Chiefs), Chad Greenway (Minnesota Vikings), Jameel McClain (New York Giants) and Charles Tillman (Chicago Bears).
 
The winner, who will receive $100,000 for his foundation or a charity of his choice, will be announced on March 18 at the NFLPA’s annual Board of Representatives Meeting.
 
The award was established by the professional football players of America to acknowledge a debt of gratitude to one of their own, Supreme Court Justice Byron Raymond “Whizzer” White—scholar, athlete, patriot, humanitarian and public servant. The NFLPA presents this prestigious annual award to the player that is just as dedicated off the field as he is on the field.
 
Each team’s locker room was given the opportunity to nominate players during the regular season. The NFLPA reviewed the submissions, with each applicant awarded $5,000 for his foundation or charity of his choice. The judges, Charlie Batch, Mike Kenn and Kevin Mawae, narrowed the applicants down to five finalists.
 
Previous Byron R. “Whizzer” White Award Winners
2014     Anquan Boldin San Francisco 49ers

2013     Charlie Batch Pittsburgh Steelers

2012     Drew Brees New Orleans Saints

2011     Tony Richardson New York Jets

2010     Nnamdi Asomugha Oakland Raiders

2009     Brian Dawkins Philadelphia Eagles

2008     Warrick Dunn Tampa Bay Buccaneers/Atlanta Falcons

2007     John Lynch Denver Broncos

2006     Steve McNair Tennessee Titans

2005     Peyton Manning Indianapolis Colts

2004     Derrick Brooks Tampa Bay Buccaneers

2003     Troy Vincent Philadelphia Eagles

2002     Mark Brunell Jacksonville Jaguars

2001     Michael McCrary Baltimore Ravens

2000     Doug Pelfrey Cincinnati Bengals

1999     Cris Carter Minnesota Vikings

1998     Hardy Nickerson Tampa Bay Buccaneers

1997     Chris Zorich Chicago Bears

1996     Bill Brooks Buffalo Bills

1995     Derrick Thomas Kansas City Chiefs

1994     Mark Kelso Buffalo Bills

1993     Nick Lowery Kansas City Chiefs

1992     Reggie White Green Bay Packers

1991     Mike Kenn Atlanta Falcons

1990     Ozzie Newsome Cleveland Browns

1989     Mike Singletary Chicago Bears

1988     Deron Cherry Kansas City Chiefs

1987     George Martin New York Giants

1986     Nat Moore Miami Dolphins

1985     Reggie Williams Cincinnati Bengals

1984     Rolf Benirschke San Diego Chargers

1983     Doug Dieken Cleveland Browns

1982     Franco Harris Pittsburgh Steelers

1981     Ken Houston Washington Redskins

1980     Gene Upshaw Los Angeles Raiders

1979     Roger Staubach Dallas Cowboys

1978     Archie Manning New Orleans Saints

1977     Lyle Alzado Denver Broncos

1976     Jim Hart St. Louis Cardinals

1975     Rocky Bleier Pittsburgh Steelers

1974     Floyd Little Denver Broncos

1973     Andy Russell Pittsburgh Steelers

1972     Ray May Baltimore Colts

1971     Kermit Alexander Los Angeles Rams

1970     Gale Sayers Chicago Bears

1969     Ed Meador Los Angeles Rams

1968     Willie Davis Green Bay Packers

1967     Bart Starr Green Bay Packers
 
*teams listed throughout indicate team which nominated the player.