Jim Fassel Foundation
Jim Fassel Foundation was established in 2001 in the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks.
The Foundation has distributed $1 million dollars to support 33 different charitable organizations that honor and assist first responders, law enforcement, their families, and other important causes.
NFL world reacts to the passing of Jim Fassel…
“Big part of my life. Just a great man, great coach. And he will be missed. I just want to send my love and condolences to his family. Enjoyed every minute with him as my coach and after my career when we continued to stay in touch and talk.”
— Michael Strahan
“Jim Fassel drafted me and was my champion inside the Giants when everyone else was ready to give up on me. He challenged me to excel at the small things, then allowed me run with the big ones.”
— Tiki Barber
“He is like a second father to me. I can’t say enough about what he did for me regarding my football career and also I was fortunate to have a personal relationship with him. It kind of gave me second life when he came here.”
— John Elway
“Jim distinguished himself by the way he managed our team and devoted his efforts to the firefighters and other families following the tragedy of 9/11. The players respected Jim and enjoyed playing for him and his coaching staff. And we appreciated his seven years of leading our team.”
— John Mara