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Jerome Bettis

NFL - Retired - Running Back

Jerome Bettis, nicknamed "The Bus," is a former American football halfback for the NFL's Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers. Bettis is considered one of the best big backs ever due to his amazing footwork and sheer power, and is fifth on the National Football League's all-time rushing list. He retired in 2006 after a Super Bowl victory.

Jerome’s Past Events

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Jerome Bettis: Guest Speaker at Penn State University Tuesday, March 25, 2008, 5:30 PM Details »	Penn State University State College, PA, 16802
Description Jerome Bettis makes a guest speaking appearance at Penn State University.
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Jerome Bettis: Throwing ceremonial 1st pitch at the Altoona Curve's Opening Day Thursday, April 03, 2008, 6:35 PM Details »	1000 Park Avenue Altoona, PA, 16602 (877) 992-8783 Website
Description The Curve's Tenth Anniversary Season kicks off with a 6:35 p.m. contest against the Reading Phillies (Philadelphia Phillies). Gates open at 5! Be sure not to miss future Pro Football Hall of Fame running back and Curve ownership partner Jerome Bettis toss out the ceremonial first pitch of the 2008 season! Plus, the first 5,000 fans of all ages will receive a CURVE SCHEDULE MAGNET compliments of AIG. Then, following the first game of the 2008 season, fans can enjoy the first of several POST-GAME FIREWORKS extravaganzas! On top of all that, the Curve will welcome outstanding area school students as part of both the STEAMER'S STUDENT ALL-STAR and HIT THE BOOKS programs. Plus, it's THIRSTY THURSDAY, featuring drink specials all game long!
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Jerome Bettis: Keynote Speaker at Duquesne University's Graduation Commencement Ceremony Friday, May 02, 2008, 6:00 PM Details »	600 Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh, PA, 15282 (412) 396-6000
Description Jerome Bettis will be the keynote speaker at Duquesne University's Graduation Commencement Ceremony.
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2008 Caddies 4 Cure Thursday, June 19, 2008, 5:00 PM Details »	8917 NE Fourth Plain Rd. Vancouver, WA, 98662 Website
Description Believing in the collective power of “Chipping-In” through time, talent or finances, Caddies 4 Cure works with Northwest charities to increase awareness, participation, and support of causes that meet the needs of children and families. Caddies 4 Cure began in the summer of 2002 as an informal golf outing. In a few short years, Caddies 4 Cure quickly blossomed into one of the premiere charitable fundraising events in the Northwest. Friends for more than 20 years, co-founders Ryan DuChene and Justin Marquart created Caddies 4 Cure as a way to raise money for two charities close to their hearts. In 2001, Ryan’s wife, Marci, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. While Marci is winning her battle against MS, many others are not as fortunate. In an effort to support the valuable outreach, research and other activities of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a portion of Caddies 4 Cure’s donations are given to the Marci DuChene Multiple Sclerosis Fund of Oregon. Justin and his wife Lisa came to know the Emanuel Children’s Hospital through the tragic loss of their daughter, Ella Marie, to a congenital heart defect. Justin and Lisa created The Ella Marquart Fund to honor their daughter and to benefit the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Emanuel Children’s Hospital. Caddies 4 Cure is proud to have raised over $250,000 combined for these two worthy causes. 2008 CADDIES 4 CURE EVENTS A NIGHT TO CHIP IN On Thursday, June 19th, Caddies 4 Cure will host A Night to Chip In at the Tiger Woods Center on the Nike World Headquarters campus in Beaverton, Oregon. A Night to Chip In will include a cocktail hour and silent auction followed by dinner and a live auction. Over 150 items will be up for auction, including NFL ticket and travel packages, autographed memorabilia and spa packages with luxurious accommodations. A Night to Chip In will also give participants in the Celebrity Golf Classic the opportunity to bid for the celebrity playing partner of their choice. Tickets to A Night to Chip In are $75.00. Admission is complimentary for those playing in the Celebrity Golf Classic. CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC On Friday, June 20th, Caddies 4 Cure will host the Celebrity Golf Classic at Royal Oaks Country Club in Vancouver, Washington. Participants will play in groups of four plus a celebrity player. The tournament is a scramble format, with the top three teams in both the gross and net categories receiving prizes. Included is an on-course lunch and dinner in the clubhouse following the event. Participants’ have the opportunity to bid on a celebrity playing partner at A Night to Chip In.
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Jerome Bettis Meet and Greet @ the GMC display of the GM River Days event Saturday, June 21, 2008, 1:00 PM Details »	100 Renaissance Ctr. Detroit, MI, 48243 Website
Description Jerome Bettis will be available for a Meet and Greet at the GMC display (adjacent to the GM Ren Cen) of the GM River Days event in Detroit, on June 21st from 1-3pm.
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2008 Boomer Esiason Foundation Nebraska Golf Classic Thursday, July 17, 2008, 5:00 PM Details »	12520 Westport Parkway La Vista, NE, 68128 (402) 330-6164 Website
Description Come and join us to help find a cure on July 17th and 18th at the Embassy Suites and Quarry Oaks Golf Course. This year's Keynote Speaker is Jerome Bettis, former running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers. On behalf of the Board of Directors and Cystic Fibrosis patients and families everywhere, we would like to extend this invitation to participate in the 2008 Boomer Esiason Nebraska Golf Classic on July 17th and 18th in Omaha. This event, positioned to be the premier golf event in Omaha, is an excellent opportunity to entertain colleagues, friends, family and clients while helping bring us one step closer to finding a cure for a disease that robs our children and young people of the most precious commodity of all, time. This event and others like it are the lifeblood of Cystic Fibrosis research, providing priceless science for the approximately 30,000 Americans affected by this fatal disease. In 2005 alone, the median age of survival was increased by two years to 35. In the 1950’s, most children did not live past the age of five. This increase can be directly attributed to the work of the CF foundation, volunteers and events like the Nebraska Golf Classic. For the first time since the inception of the CF Foundation in 1955, science has outpaced funding. This critical gap may well be the only thing that stands between adding days, months and years to the lives of those afflicted with CF. The Nebraska Golf Classic is a collaboration between the Boomer Esiason Foundation and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and has served to raise in excess of 1 million dollars for CF research. No overhead expenses are taken out of the event and we are proud to say that 100% of revenues are directed towards science. We hope to see you in July, Kevin O’Malley & Leon Thomas
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Jerome’s Businesses


Altoona Curve Map It »	1000 Park Avenue Altoona, PA, 16602 (877) 992-8783 Website
Description Class Double-A minor league affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Curve Baseball LP Map It »	1000 Park Avenue Altoona, PA, 16602 (814) 943-5400
Description The ownership group of the Pittsburgh Pirates' minor league affiliates, the Altoona Curve (AA) and the State College Spikes (A).
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Jerome Bettis Enterprises Map It »	2612 W. 12 Mile Road Berkley, MI, 48072 (248) 354-3636 Website
Description Jerome Bettis Enterprises is the nerve center for all of Jerome Bettis Business Ventures which steers the direction of the brand and business development and expansion. The company handles endorsements, licensing, personal appearances and B2B relationships. The company is based in Berkley, Michigan. Please contact us to request for Jerome Bettis appearances and other business venture oppurtunities.
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Jerome Bettis' Grille 36 Map It »	393 N. Shore Dr. Pittsburgh, PA, 15212 (412) 224-6287 Website
Description Jerome Bettis Grille 36 is a food-focused sports-themed restaurant. Our state of the art audio visual packages takes you from your meal to the heat of the action in a moments notice. It is highlighted by over 50 High Definition Plasma and LCD televisions, 12 seperate satellite transmissions to show up to 12 different events at once, and an incredible sound system all which keep the atmosphere at Grille 36 exciting and constantly changing. Our dynamic and diverse menu was created to provide a perfect choice for everyone in your group. Our incredible appetizers, perfectly cooked burgers, unique takes on local sandwiches, light and delicious salads, and awesome specialties such as pastas, steaks, and seafood will be enjoyed by even the toughest food critic. Make sure to save room for one of our signature desserts, added to the menu by Gladys Bettis herself, which are large enough to share. The brand new restaurant was designed by famed architect Al Lupton and his team at Lupton/Rausch Architects. Both the interior and exterior reflect Jerome's history, personality, and characters from his high school jersey on display to the enormous mural extending the length of the bar. Sitting on the first floor of the Del Monte building one side of Grille 36 offers an amazing view of Heinz Field while the opposite side looks out to a panoramic view of the beautiful Pittsburgh skyline from the Pointe to the Convention Center. Each unique element of design adds to the electrifying atmosphere of Grille 36.
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Myrtle Beach Pelicans Map It »	1251 21st Avenue North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577 (877) 918-8499 Website
Description Class A minor league affiliate of the Atlanta Braves.
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Myrtle Beach Pelicans LP Map It »	1251 21st Avenue North Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577 (843) 918-6002
Description The ownership group of a Pittsburgh Pirates' minor league affiliate, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (class A).
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State College Spikes Map It »	701 Porter Road University Park, PA, 16802 (877) 997-7453 Website
Description Class A minor league affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Urban Mortgage Map It »	1801 Centre Avenue, Suite 300 Pittsburgh, PA, 15219 (412) 325-7800 Website
Description Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA Urban Mortgage is recognized as a leader in home loan, borrowing, credit repair and refinancing programs. Our Home Loan Specialists are able to build trust with clients by offering guidance to ensure that every client is satisfied. Our quality, brand recognition and growth goals are met at every level and are based on the success we have delivered to clients who seek to build their financial foundation for homeownership.
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Urban Mortgage Map It »	243 West Congress Street, Suite 350 Detroit, MI, 48226 (313) 963-6291 Website
Description Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA Urban Mortgage is recognized as a leader in home loan, borrowing, credit repair and refinancing programs. Our Home Loan Specialists are able to build trust with clients by offering guidance to ensure that every client is satisfied. Our quality, brand recognition and growth goals are met at every level and are based on the success we have delivered to clients who seek to build their financial foundation for homeownership.
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Urban Mortgage Company, LLC Map It »	9725 Frankstown Avenue Pittsburgh, PA, 15235 (866) 444-1606 Website
Description Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA Urban Mortgage is recognized as a leader in home loan, borrowing, credit repair and refinancing programs. Our Home Loan Specialists are able to build trust with clients by offering guidance to ensure that every client is satisfied. Our quality, brand recognition and growth goals are met at every level and are based on the success we have delivered to clients who seek to build their financial foundation for homeownership.
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Jerome’s Charities


The Jerome Bettis "Bus Stops Here" Foundation Map It »	P.O. Box 211089 Detroit, MI, 48221 (313) 862-1000 Ext.125 Website
Description As we entered into the new millennium The Jerome Bettis "Bus Stops Here" Foundation a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization has continued to develop into a world-class Foundation constantly redefining our mission, which is to improve the overall quality of life for troubled and underprivileged children by offering the opportunities to help them succeed in life. The Foundation believes that the first step towards self-sufficiency must consist of a strong moral foundation. On this foundation, self-esteem, responsibility, education and ultimately, employability are built. The Foundation's contribution to youth consists primarily of providing a climate where they feel wanted and accepted by peers and adults and where they are assisted in acquiring and applying the skills related to meeting their goals. Through the hard work of the Foundation, we are presenting possibilities and creating opportunities. We are trying to change old perceptions to create a "right here, right now attitude".
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Personal Information

	Website:	http://www.thebus36.com/
	Nickname:	The Bus
	Hobbies:	Bowling
	Birthday:	February 16, 1972

Professional Highlights

	Sport:	Football
	Team(s):	Pittsburgh Steelers (1996 - 2005) St. Louis Rams (1995) Los Angeles Rams (1993 - 1994)
	Position(s):	Running Back
	Draft Pick:	1994 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10
	College:	University of Notre Dame
	High School:	Mackenzie High School (Detroit, MI)