For over a half century, the Charity Bowl has been played in Southeastern Virginia, with the goal of helping those in need. Recognized as the oldest charitable football game in the United States, the game itself and its support for local charities almost came to an end around 2010.
Originally used as a fundraiser for the Joy Fund, an organization that purchased Christmas presents for under privileged children, the Charity Bowl’s fundraising had reached a level where it was no longer sustainable. With the help of two Charity Bowl alums, Ray Potter and Orlando Goodhope, and the support of local businessman Dennis Ellmer, the Charity Bowl received new life and in 2019 alone donated over $400,000 to 35 local charities. On this edition of the Hall Call Podcast, we present the story of the Priority Toyota Charity Bowl.
