The Jacksonville Jaguars have nominated defensive lineman Malik Jackson for the NFL’s Salute to Service Award. The Salute to Service Award, presented by USAA, acknowledges the exceptional efforts by members of the NFL community to honor and support U.S. service members, veterans and their families.
Jackson has a long history of supporting the military, especially in the Jacksonville community. Jackson’s own foundation, Malik’s Gifts, supports military, at-risk youth and their families and pet adoption. Through Malik’s Gifts, Jackson has sponsored multiple events designed to support the military.
In 2017, Jackson committed $5,000 to Jacksonville’s Five Star Veterans Center that provides safe and secure housing for displaced veterans facing homelessness and unemployment.