Dhani Jones Surprises Children at Orphanage for the Holidays

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Dhani Jones surprised approximately 100 children at the St. Aloysius Orphanage during their annual Christmas party held on Tuesday, December 18, 2007.  The youth were taken by surprise when Jones walked through the doors of the Orphanage.  Jones signed autographs and took pictures with the excited fans.  The surprise appearance was coordinated by Athletes for Charity in furtherance of their mission to encourage and facilitate athletes in the giving of their time to benefit underprivileged youth. 

“When word spread that he was coming to visit, there was a buzz of anticipation," said Darnell Wilson, Director of Development for St. Aloysius Orphanage.  "When he arrived, he did not disappoint.  In spite of the fact that many of our kids have behavioral problems, Dhani made them feel so comfortable and reminded the children that there are many people in the community who are pulling for them to do their best and achieve great success out of life.”

The St. Aloysius Orphanage has cared for children and families in Greater Cincinnati for over 165 years. It operates as a Family Teaching Center that commits its resources to nurturing the physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual strengths of children and families. St. Aloysius Orphanage provides the tools for children and their families to be safe and successful at home, in school and in their community.

These services include: Partial Hospital, Education, School Based Services, Outpatient Services, MedSom Clinic, Foster Care, Multi Systemic Therapy, Unity Crisis Respite and Charter School Sponsorship.  To learn more about St. Aloysius Orphanage please visit www.stalsorphanage.org.