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Greg Olsen, Showmars team up for major donation to Atrium Health Levine Children’s HEARTest Yard Congenital Heart Center

Greg Olsen, Showmars team up for major donation to Atrium Health Levine Children’s HEARTest Yard Congenital Heart Center

CHARLOTTE — Former Carolina Panthers player Greg Olsen and Showmars teamed up to make a generous donation to Atrium Health […]

Third annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic held on Kiawah

Third annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic held on Kiawah

KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. (WCBD) – Former Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen, along with Panther’s brass, top sponsors, and former […]

CHARLOTTE: PREPPING FOR HEARTEST YARD

CHARLOTTE: PREPPING FOR HEARTEST YARD

Charlotte, N.C. — Showmars Restaurants and the HEARTest Yard program will team up for the eighth straight year to host […]

NFL great Greg Olsen raises money to help families

NFL great Greg Olsen raises money to help families

South Charlotte Weekly: CHARLOTTE – Carolina Panthers legend Greg Olsen has been supporting cancer causes for many years.  He launched the […]

Greg Olsen, Jonathan Stewart Champion Causes at HEARTest Yard UnGala in Charlotte

Greg Olsen, Jonathan Stewart Champion Causes at HEARTest Yard UnGala in Charlotte

Charlotte, N.C. (BNN) – Experience the touching stories and impactful moments from the HEARTest Yard UnGala, a night dedicated to […]

Greg Olsen comments on children heart foundation’s impact

Greg Olsen comments on children heart foundation’s impact

Charlotte, N.C. (WCNC News) – WCNC Charlotte’s Ashley Stroehlein met up with Greg Olsen on the red carpet of The […]

Up ‘n Adam: PXG And The HEARTest Yard

Up ‘n Adam: PXG And The HEARTest Yard

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Adam Wurtzel took a few golf swings at PXG Charlotte, all for a great cause. “Up ‘n Adam” hit the […]

Last-minute Valentine’s gifts for the golf lover in your life

Last-minute Valentine’s gifts for the golf lover in your life

PXG has apparel, accessories, and more to gift your sweetie. WATCH VIDEO HERE. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — With Valentine’s Day right […]

Greg Olsen’s foundation raises awareness for heart conditions, spotlights local boy

Greg Olsen’s foundation raises awareness for heart conditions, spotlights local boy

Charlotte, N.C. (WSOC-TV) – Although he’s preparing to commentate the Super Bowl this weekend, Greg Olsen’s foundation is hard at […]

Kara Olsen and Kristen Miranda chat about how we can support The HEARTest Yard Foundation

Kara Olsen and Kristen Miranda chat about how we can support The HEARTest Yard Foundation

Charlotte, N.C. — Kristen Miranda and Kara Olsen chat about how others can support The HEARTest Yard. In the video […]

Ashley Stroehlein sits down with Greg Olsen to discuss his impact in Carolinas and his excitement for the foundation’s next fundraiser.

Ashley Stroehlein sits down with Greg Olsen to discuss his impact in Carolinas and his excitement for the foundation’s next fundraiser.

By: Ashley Stroehlein Charlotte, N.C. – Panthers legend and Fox Sports analyst Greg Olsen is back home in Charlotte and […]

Greg Olsen Foundation makes $2.5M donation to Atrium pediatric center

Greg Olsen Foundation makes $2.5M donation to Atrium pediatric center

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – Former Panthers star and fan favorite Greg Olsen and his foundation have made a […]

Greg Olsen donates $125K to Levine Children’s HEARTest Yard Program

Greg Olsen donates $125K to Levine Children’s HEARTest Yard Program

By Evan Donovan CHARLOTTE — Former Carolina Panther Greg Olsen donated $125,000 as part of his family’s HEARTest Yard Program. In […]

Former NFL star Greg Olsen’s charity donates $300,000 to MUSC for child cardiology care

Former NFL star Greg Olsen’s charity donates $300,000 to MUSC for child cardiology care

By Shamira McCray via Post and Courier Former Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen knows firsthand the work that goes […]

Second Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic Raised $300,000

Second Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic Raised $300,000

Kiawah Island Club – and its owners, South Street Partners (“South Street”) – were honored to partner with their member […]

Greg Olsen presents $300K check to MUSC after HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic

Greg Olsen presents $300K check to MUSC after HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic

By Bailey Wright CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Football sportscaster and former Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen presented a check to […]

Greg Olsen hosts 2nd Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Golf Classic on Kiawah Island

Greg Olsen hosts 2nd Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Golf Classic on Kiawah Island

By Summer Huechtker CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) – NFL analyst and former Carolina Panthers tight end, Greg Olsen, returned to Kiawah […]

Elon business students support Charlotte nonprofit’s fundraising efforts

Elon business students support Charlotte nonprofit’s fundraising efforts

By Eric Townsend, staff A spring semester marketing communications course led by instructor Nanelle Napp developed messaging and event recommendations […]

Up ‘n Adam: The HEARTest Yard

Up ‘n Adam: The HEARTest Yard

By Adam Wurtzel MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Adam Wurtzel went to The Point at Lake Norman to The HEARTest Yard‘s 10th Annual Golf Classic Tournament. The […]

Mother of 1-year-old battling congenital heart defect raises $1,000 for treatment

Mother of 1-year-old battling congenital heart defect raises $1,000 for treatment

By Molly Grantham CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Twenty-month-old Savannah Shipman went into heart failure at just three weeks old and […]

Ace of Hearts: A Winning Hand in Heart Care for ‘Miracle Baby’

Ace of Hearts: A Winning Hand in Heart Care for ‘Miracle Baby’

Preparing for a baby’s arrival is a busy time for all parents, but Haley and K.T. Carter of Knoxville, Tenn., […]

Former Panthers legend Greg Olsen hosting the HEARTest Yard Ungala

Former Panthers legend Greg Olsen hosting the HEARTest Yard Ungala

Greg Olsen is one of the most beloved former members of the Carolina Panthers and still makes his home here […]

Round Up for The HEARTest Yard at Harris Teeter!

Round Up for The HEARTest Yard at Harris Teeter!

The Greg Olsen Foundation and the HEARTest Yard are proud to be a part of Harris Teeter’s Health Partner Round Up Campaign! From […]

HEARTest Yard Invites Sponsorships for UnGala at Steak 48: February 27

HEARTest Yard Invites Sponsorships for UnGala at Steak 48: February 27

****SOLD OUT​****** Fox Sports Analyst & Carolina Panthers legend, Greg Olsen is hosting his upcoming charity event at Steak 48 […]

Greg Olsen talks impact of Charlotte gala benefiting kids with heart disease

Greg Olsen talks impact of Charlotte gala benefiting kids with heart disease

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) – Greg Olsen, beloved former Carolina Panthers tight end and now sports commentator, still makes his […]

Heartest Yard Celebrity Classic: June 5 & 6, 2022

Heartest Yard Celebrity Classic: June 5 & 6, 2022

The Party: Pro athletes, musicians, and other celebrities arrived at the Kiawah Island Club’s River Course for the first annual […]

Greg Olsen distributes beanies at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital

Greg Olsen distributes beanies at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital

Once again in 2022, Greg Olsen and his family went to the Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital to visit with […]

Greg Olsen hosts HEARTest Yard Fit Fest at Panthers practice facility

Greg Olsen hosts HEARTest Yard Fit Fest at Panthers practice facility

Olsen helped raise money for his foundation for childhood heart medical funding by hosting a workout event at the Atrium […]

Greg Olsen hosts HEARTest Yard Fit Fest at Panthers practice facility

Greg Olsen hosts HEARTest Yard Fit Fest at Panthers practice facility

Olsen helped raise money for his foundation for childhood heart medical funding by hosting a workout event at the Atrium […]

Former Panthers player hosts annual fundraiser supporting kids with heart defects

Former Panthers player hosts annual fundraiser supporting kids with heart defects

At 11 months old, little Jim Leitner is a fighter. His battle began before he was born when doctors discovered […]

The Heart Of The Matter

The Heart Of The Matter

By Alex Malloy for The Island Connection Kiawah Island Club – and its owners, South Street Partners – were honored […]

Former NFL star Greg Olsen’s charity highlights need for child cardiology care at MUSC

Former NFL star Greg Olsen’s charity highlights need for child cardiology care at MUSC

Even when Greg Olsen was a star player in the NFL, his family struggled to meet the demands of treatment […]

Greg Olsen presents MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital with $300K donation

Greg Olsen presents MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital with $300K donation

Former Carolina Panthers’ tight end Greg Olsen presented the MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital with a check for $300,000 on […]

Former Panthers Kuechly, Olsen pass knowledge as coaches in youth football

Former Panthers Kuechly, Olsen pass knowledge as coaches in youth football

By DaShawn Brown, wsoctv.com August 13, 2022 at 1:03 pm EDT CHARLOTTE — Former Carolina Panthers Luke Kuechly and Greg […]

The HEARTest Yard 5K returned in-person to help families in desperate need of help

The HEARTest Yard 5K returned in-person to help families in desperate need of help

The HEARTest Yard hosted its sixth annual 5K Saturday to benefit programs at Levine Children’s Hospital. The foundation was founded […]

HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K Returns As An In-Person Race May 14th

HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K Returns As An In-Person Race May 14th

Carolina Panthers’ Greg Olsen is teaming up with Showmars for the first time since the pandemic to host the 6th […]

Judd Gray continues to fight through HLHS

Judd Gray continues to fight through HLHS

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Then, and now. Remarkable difference. Judd Gray was born in May 2019 with Hypoplastic Left Heart […]

CPI Security and the HEARTest Yard Foundation Partner to Encourage Kids to Read on National Read Across America Day

CPI Security and the HEARTest Yard Foundation Partner to Encourage Kids to Read on National Read Across America Day

Together, CPI Security and the HEARTest Yard Foundation are encouraging children in southwest Charlotte to read on National Read Across […]

Greg Olsen stops by CLT schools, reads to children for National Read Across America Day

Greg Olsen stops by CLT schools, reads to children for National Read Across America Day

Former All-Pro Panthers tight end Greg Olsen made a virtual stop by a couple of Charlotte elementary schools Wednesday for […]

HEARTest Yard Ungala attracts sports and business leaders

HEARTest Yard Ungala attracts sports and business leaders

The guest list of the The HEARTest Yard Ungala enjoyed a red carpet welcome, silent auction, cocktail reception, wine, appetizers […]

Greg Olsen hosts The HEARTest Yard benefit

Greg Olsen hosts The HEARTest Yard benefit

Former Carolina Panther Greg Olsen was at Steak 48 Monday evening for The HEARTEST Yard benefit. More than 250 people […]

Behind the mask: Meet the Charlotte doctor giving kids new hearts

Behind the mask: Meet the Charlotte doctor giving kids new hearts

Alivia McAteeBy Alivia McAtee | February 17, 2022 Views: 2,092 Atrium Health Logo This content was produced in partnership with […]

Kara and Greg Olsen talk birth of HEARTest Yard Foundation; how son TJ is doing since 21′ transplant

Kara and Greg Olsen talk birth of HEARTest Yard Foundation; how son TJ is doing since 21′ transplant

Greg Olsen and his wife Kara are continuing to make an impact in our community. Their son, TJ, had a […]

Q&A: Greg Olsen on Retirement, Foundation Partnership with Steak 48

Q&A: Greg Olsen on Retirement, Foundation Partnership with Steak 48

In a few weeks, Steak 48 at Apex South Park will be unusually abuzz for a Monday night. The restaurant […]

TJ Olsen hits Keep Pounding drum before Buccaneers game

TJ Olsen hits Keep Pounding drum before Buccaneers game

TJ Olsen, the son of Panthers legend Greg Olsen, hit the Keep Pounding drum in the 2021 home finale, presented […]

Ex-NFL TE Greg Olsen, adjusting to broadcast life, says son TJ ‘really doing well’ after heart transplant

Ex-NFL TE Greg Olsen, adjusting to broadcast life, says son TJ ‘really doing well’ after heart transplant

He still works weekends at stadiums across the country, but there’s a lot more family time in Greg Olsen’s life […]

Panthers announce 2021 Greg Olsen beanie and ticket offer

Panthers announce 2021 Greg Olsen beanie and ticket offer

CHARLOTTE – The Beanie is Back! Fans can now secure their 2021 Greg Olsen Beanie and tickets to the Panthers […]

5 for Good: Middleborough ballplayer dedicates season to heart transplant recipient

5 for Good: Middleborough ballplayer dedicates season to heart transplant recipient

MIDDLEBOROUGH, Mass. — Dominic Driscoll, 12, is a standout on the baseball diamond for many reasons. “He’s got this rare […]

Online fundraiser raises more than $6,000 for HEARTest Yard in support of TJ Olsen

Online fundraiser raises more than $6,000 for HEARTest Yard in support of TJ Olsen

An online fundraiser is selling shirts in support of Greg Olsen’s youngest son, TJ, as he waits for a new […]

Greg Olsen and the Heartest Yard Congenital Heart Center leave a lasting legacy

Greg Olsen and the Heartest Yard Congenital Heart Center leave a lasting legacy

As Greg Olsen and Thomas Davis prepare to retire on Thursday, we have already discussed the on field impact that […]

Greg Olsen will officially retire as a Carolina Panther

Greg Olsen will officially retire as a Carolina Panther

Tight end Greg Olsen will sign a one-day contract with the Carolina Panthers on March 11 before officially retiring. Olsen […]

Greg Olsen to join Thomas Davis for double retirement ceremony

Greg Olsen to join Thomas Davis for double retirement ceremony

When it comes to famous Carolina Panthers players, former tight end Greg Olsen and former linebacker Thomas Davis are two […]

New Congenital Heart Center Offers Hope to Families and Doctors

New Congenital Heart Center Offers Hope to Families and Doctors

A new healthcare center in Charlotte is giving new hope to those struggling with heart issues. The HEARTest Yard Congenital […]

‘Great advocate for children’: Greg Olsen legacy immeasurable in Charlotte community

‘Great advocate for children’: Greg Olsen legacy immeasurable in Charlotte community

Greg Olsen was not just a dynamic, big-play football player who spent nine seasons with the Carolina Panthers. He made […]

Greg Olsen retires after impacting Seahawks by far more than his 24 catches

Greg Olsen retires after impacting Seahawks by far more than his 24 catches

“It was a great ride.” That’s how Greg Olsen views his 14-year career in the NFL. That’s how he retired […]

Greg Olsen announces his retirement

Greg Olsen announces his retirement

The tight end announced his retirement during FOX’s pregame show ahead of Sunday’s NFC Championship between the Buccaneers and Packers. […]

Seahawks TE Greg Olsen Announces Retirement From NFL

Seahawks TE Greg Olsen Announces Retirement From NFL

After 14 seasons in the NFL, Greg Olsen is officially calling it a career. Prior to Sunday’s NFC Championship game […]

New Jersey product Greg Olsen gives back in big way with unveiling of Charlotte pediatric heart center

New Jersey product Greg Olsen gives back in big way with unveiling of Charlotte pediatric heart center

New Jersey’s own Greg Olsen has made three Pro Bowls, played in a Super Bowl, and caught 741 passes and […]

Greg Olsen shares first look at new pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s Hospital

Greg Olsen shares first look at new pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s Hospital

Former Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen shared new photos Wednesday of a completed project, years in the making, that […]

‘The day is finally here.’ Greg Olsen shares first look at new pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s Hospital

‘The day is finally here.’ Greg Olsen shares first look at new pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s Hospital

Former Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen shared new photos Wednesday of a completed project, years in the making, that […]

First look: New pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s funded by Greg Olsen Foundation

First look: New pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s funded by Greg Olsen Foundation

Greg Olsen may now play for the Seattle Seahawks, but he’s still making an impact on the Carolinas. Wednesday, he […]

Seahaws’ TE Greg Olsen shares first look at new pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s Hospital

Seahaws’ TE Greg Olsen shares first look at new pediatric heart center at Levine Children’s Hospital

Jonathan Warner Thu, December 3, 2020, 3:13 PM EST·2 min read Seahaws’ TE Greg Olsen shares first look at new […]

Family impacted by Greg Olsen’s HEARTest Yard fund sad to see him leave the Panthers

Family impacted by Greg Olsen’s HEARTest Yard fund sad to see him leave the Panthers

A family who received assistance from Greg Olsen’s Heartest Yard fund is sad to see the veteran tight end part […]

The HEARTest Yard: Greg Olsen leaves his mark on Charlotte

The HEARTest Yard: Greg Olsen leaves his mark on Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A shock was felt across the Queen City Thursday when the Carolina Panthers announced that they came […]

$2.5 Million Gift to Establish HEARTest Yard Pediatric Cardiac Center

$2.5 Million Gift to Establish HEARTest Yard Pediatric Cardiac Center

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 8, 2019 – Atrium Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital has received a $2.5 million gift from Receptions for […]

Helping Little Hearts Grow Big: Kara and Greg Olsen’s Legacy of Love

Helping Little Hearts Grow Big: Kara and Greg Olsen’s Legacy of Love

n November 2017, The Greg Olsen Foundation: Receptions for Research, in partnership with Atrium Health Levine Children’s, announced the creation […]

The reason this 5K is personal for Carolina Panthers’ Greg Olsen

The reason this 5K is personal for Carolina Panthers’ Greg Olsen

By: Kevin Campbell Updated: Apr 19, 2019 – 8:17 PM On May 11, hundreds will gather for the HEARTest Yard […]

Special heart program benefits young Catawba County boy

Special heart program benefits young Catawba County boy

George is a regular around the clinic at Levine Children’s Hospital. He’s just five months old. “George, how are you?” […]

Fans asking for more after Greg Olsen’s beanies sell-out

Fans asking for more after Greg Olsen’s beanies sell-out

They’ve turned out to be the ‘it’ gift this holiday season. On Sunday, 5,000 special edition ‘Levine Children’s Hospital’ beanies […]

Greg Olsen partners with New Era for exclusive knit beanies

Greg Olsen partners with New Era for exclusive knit beanies

The Carolina Panthers, New Era Cap, and Levine Children’s hospital have announced the Limited Edition ‘Carolina Panthers Sport Knit’, designed […]

Olsen Charity Thanks Fans for a Hallmark Year

Olsen Charity Thanks Fans for a Hallmark Year

CHARLOTTE, N.C., November 16 — The Carolinas and beyond rallied behind R4R: The Greg Olsen Foundation in a big way […]

Clutch Performance

Clutch Performance

Wayne’s Greg Olsen Might Go Into Broadcasting For Post-NFL Career

Wayne’s Greg Olsen Might Go Into Broadcasting For Post-NFL Career

Greg Olsen is used to catching touchdown passes on television. One day, he could break down other people catching passes […]

Greg Olsen receives $100K donation for charity work

Greg Olsen receives $100K donation for charity work

Greg Olsen’s charity work was once again recognized this week. The United Way of Central Carolinas presented the Panthers’ tight […]

Taking Care of Kids’ Hearts by Following Her Own

Taking Care of Kids’ Hearts by Following Her Own

For a doctor who loves caring for children’s hearts, what better day to begin a new chapter in her life […]

Greg Olsen backs program to help children with heart defects

Greg Olsen backs program to help children with heart defects

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and his wife, Kara Olsen, teamed up with Levine Children’s Hospital […]

Carolina Panthers’ Olsen donates $750K to expand pediatric heart initiative

Carolina Panthers’ Olsen donates $750K to expand pediatric heart initiative

Greg and Kara Olsen’s HEARTest Yard Fund has made a $750,000 donation to support pediatric heart patients. Those funds will […]

Greg Olsen charity pledges $750K to children’s hospital: “We have lives at stake”

Greg Olsen charity pledges $750K to children’s hospital: “We have lives at stake”

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Greg Olsen is one of the star players on the Carolina Panthers, but many in the Charlotte […]

Greg Olsen announces partnership with Levine Children’s Hospital

Greg Olsen announces partnership with Levine Children’s Hospital

CHARLOTTE – The Greg Olsen Foundation, in partnership with Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital, announced Tuesday that The HEARTest […]

Panthers’ Greg Olsen has been busy with a project close to his heart

Panthers’ Greg Olsen has been busy with a project close to his heart

It’s been about five years since Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and his wife, Kara, started a fund to […]

Greg Olsen’s foundation gifts $750K to start region’s 1st cardiac neurodevelopmental program

Greg Olsen’s foundation gifts $750K to start region’s 1st cardiac neurodevelopmental program

CHARLOTTE, NC (FOX 46 WJZY) – The Greg Olsen Foundation, in partnership with Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital, announced […]

Levine Children’s Hospital and The HEARTest Yard Commit to Create Region’s First Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Program

Levine Children’s Hospital and The HEARTest Yard Commit to Create Region’s First Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Program

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The Greg Olsen Foundation, in partnership with Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital, […]

Amy Earnhardt talks about the Dale Jr. Foundation and giving back to the community

Amy Earnhardt talks about the Dale Jr. Foundation and giving back to the community

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) – Since the opening of the Dale Jr. Foundation in 2007, over $4 million has been raised […]

Back By Popular Demand… The HEARTest Yard 5K to Benefit Pediatric Heart Babies

Back By Popular Demand… The HEARTest Yard 5K to Benefit Pediatric Heart Babies

Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation and Showmars Restaurants join forces for the second annual 5K to benefit families […]

Olsen’s Foundation Funds $1.7 Million to Help Pediatric Cardiology Patients at Levine’s

Olsen’s Foundation Funds $1.7 Million to Help Pediatric Cardiology Patients at Levine’s

Meet Wyatt. He’s a crawling, mischievous little guy who’s hitting all of his growth and wellness milestones. A few short […]

Olsen, mom raise $100k for breast cancer research

Olsen, mom raise $100k for breast cancer research

CHARLOTTE – Greg Olsen’s good deeds continued on Friday night, as he and his mother teamed up to raise more […]

Panthers TE Greg Olsen raises $100,000 for breast cancer research

Panthers TE Greg Olsen raises $100,000 for breast cancer research

Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and his mother teamed up this weekend to raise $100,000 for breast cancer research. […]

Greg Olsen, Mother Susan Raise over $100,000 for Breast Cancer Research

Greg Olsen, Mother Susan Raise over $100,000 for Breast Cancer Research

Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen and his mother, Susan, helped raise over $100,000 for breast cancer research Friday night […]

Greg Olsen Foundation Receives $125,000 From United Way As Part Of Walter Payton Man of the Year Finalist Honors

Greg Olsen Foundation Receives $125,000 From United Way As Part Of Walter Payton Man of the Year Finalist Honors

CHARLOTTE, NC — On Monday, United Way of Central Carolinas presented Panthers TE Greg Olsen and the Greg Olsen Foundation […]

United Way gives $125K to Carolina Panther Greg Olsen’s foundation

United Way gives $125K to Carolina Panther Greg Olsen’s foundation

The United Way gave $125,000 to Carolina Panther Greg Olsen’s foundation this week, a result of the tight end being […]

A mom on why Greg Olsen should be NFL Man of Year: He ‘kept our daughter alive’

A mom on why Greg Olsen should be NFL Man of Year: He ‘kept our daughter alive’

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tears began to flow as Aimee Cantadore recalled the fear felt when nurses explained what she and […]

A mom on why Greg Olsen should be NFL Man of Year: He ‘kept our daughter alive’

A mom on why Greg Olsen should be NFL Man of Year: He ‘kept our daughter alive’

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tears began to flow as Aimee Cantadore recalled the fear felt when nurses explained what she and […]

Panthers teammates Greg Olsen, Thomas Davis recognized in Houston for ‘village’ in Charlotte

Panthers teammates Greg Olsen, Thomas Davis recognized in Houston for ‘village’ in Charlotte

HOUSTON They would rather have spent Friday morning on Rice’s campus, going through their final practice before Super Bowl LI. […]

A mom on why Greg Olsen should be NFL Man of Year: He ‘kept our daughter alive’

A mom on why Greg Olsen should be NFL Man of Year: He ‘kept our daughter alive’

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tears began to flow as Aimee Cantadore recalled the fear felt when nurses explained what she and […]

Greg Olsen named Man of the Year finalist

Greg Olsen named Man of the Year finalist

Tight end Greg Olsen has been named one of three finalists for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. Cardinals […]

Greg Olsen One of Three Finalists For Walter Payton Man of the Year Award

Greg Olsen One of Three Finalists For Walter Payton Man of the Year Award

The Carolina Panthers aren’t playing in the NFC Championship Game like they were a year ago, but they did get […]

The heart of Carolina Panthers star Greg Olsen

The heart of Carolina Panthers star Greg Olsen

Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen is the Carolina Panthers’ nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year this season […]

William Shatner, The Rock, help Panther Greg Olsen win charity challenge

William Shatner, The Rock, help Panther Greg Olsen win charity challenge

Star Trek captain William Shatner and wrestler turned action star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson were among the celebrities who helped […]

Greg Olsen wins WPMOY Charity Challenge, $25K towards his foundation

Greg Olsen wins WPMOY Charity Challenge, $25K towards his foundation

From becoming the first player at his position to ever post three-consecutive 1,000 receiving-yard seasons to being named an All-Pro […]

Panthers’ Greg Olsen in the running for NFL ‘Man of the Year’ award

Panthers’ Greg Olsen in the running for NFL ‘Man of the Year’ award

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers may not be having a winning season but one player remains a standout – on […]

Greg Olsen ditching his worn-in cleats for a cause

Greg Olsen ditching his worn-in cleats for a cause

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen is a creature of habit, particularly as it pertains to […]

At the Heart of It All

At the Heart of It All

ittle over a month ago, on October 9, my twins, Talbot and T.J., celebrated their fourth birthdays. In the middle […]

A CRUCIAL CATCH

A CRUCIAL CATCH

Dannon is proud to partner with NFL’s A Crucial Catch program, benefiting the American Cancer Society. This month, we’re contributing […]

FanChest’s Gift: Collaborating With Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen

FanChest’s Gift: Collaborating With Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen

Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen is a warrior on and off the field. Besides being one of the best […]

Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Greg Olsen Join Forces  to Give a Winning Fan the Weekend of their Lifetime

Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Greg Olsen Join Forces to Give a Winning Fan the Weekend of their Lifetime

All Proceeds Benefit Levine Children’s Hospital CHARLOTTE, NC (July 27, 2016) – NASCAR’s #88 driver Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Carolina […]

NASCAR owner Rick Hendrick buys NFL player’s Camaro in charity auction

NASCAR owner Rick Hendrick buys NFL player’s Camaro in charity auction

A North Carolina connection raised $100,000 in an auction to benefit Panthers tight end Greg Olsen’s charity. The winning bidder […]

Greg Olsen’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro auctioned for $100K for charity

Greg Olsen’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro auctioned for $100K for charity

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — UPDATE: Greg Olsen’s 1969 Chevy Camaro just bought by Rick Hendrick for $100 k at Thursday’s Barrett-Jackson […]

Greg Olsen will auction off a 1969 Camaro to benefit his charity

Greg Olsen will auction off a 1969 Camaro to benefit his charity

Greg Olsen is auctioning off a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro convertible later this month to benefit his charity, the HEARTest Yard, […]

Greg Olsen grants Make-A-Wish request of young boy

Greg Olsen grants Make-A-Wish request of young boy

The Carolina Panthers are not new to the wish granting game, quarterback Cam Newton has granted Make-A-Wish requests in the […]

7-year-old cancer patient participates in Panthers OTAs in full pads

7-year-old cancer patient participates in Panthers OTAs in full pads

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The NFL does not allow padded practices during organized team activities. But there was one Carolina Panthers […]

Greg Olsen Partners With ‘Bed For Kids’ To Help Better Charlotte Community

Greg Olsen Partners With ‘Bed For Kids’ To Help Better Charlotte Community

Greg Olsen is partnering up with ‘Bed for Kids’ and Ashley Furniture for a good cause. Thousands of kids in […]

Panthers’ Greg Olsen credits youth sports for ability to guide own family

Panthers’ Greg Olsen credits youth sports for ability to guide own family

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Greg Olsen’s football story didn’t start with the Panthers, nor did it start with the Miami Hurricanes. […]

Greg Olsen Foundation Sponsors 5K to Raise Money for Levine Children’s Hospital

Greg Olsen Foundation Sponsors 5K to Raise Money for Levine Children’s Hospital

CHARLOTTE – Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen is making the most of the off-season. Olsen is working for a […]

Greg Olsen and Craig Jackson’s Barrett-Jackson to Auction 1969 Chevrolet Camaro for Charity

Greg Olsen and Craig Jackson’s Barrett-Jackson to Auction 1969 Chevrolet Camaro for Charity

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, will auction a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible owned by All-Pro tight […]

Greg Olsen’s charity will host first 5K May 21

Greg Olsen’s charity will host first 5K May 21

Greg Olsen’s HEARTest Yard Fund will host its inaugural 5K race May 21 to benefit programs at the Levine Children’s […]

The HEARTest Yard 5K with Showmars to Benefit Levine Children’s Pediatric Heart Babies

The HEARTest Yard 5K with Showmars to Benefit Levine Children’s Pediatric Heart Babies

Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation and Showmars Restaurants join forces to host the first annual 5K to benefit […]

Charlotte Catholic students raise $6000 for ‘The Heartest Yard’

Charlotte Catholic students raise $6000 for ‘The Heartest Yard’

With a pep band, cheerleaders, and hundreds of screaming teenagers, Carolina Panthers star tight end Greg Olsen came to Charlotte […]

Selected as the featured charity for the Life Sciences Technology Conference

The Carolina-South Atlantic Chapter (CaSA) of the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) announced that the organization has selected a […]

Keep Pounding for the HEARTest Yard

Keep Pounding for the HEARTest Yard

Keep Pounding for the HEARTest Yard Winter 2016 “With roots in Charlotte, many employees at Financial Independence Group feel a […]

Panthers’ Greg Olsen — an NJ champ with his dad — keeps family first

Panthers’ Greg Olsen — an NJ champ with his dad — keeps family first

For Chris Olsen, the moment is never far away. The longtime New Jersey high school football coach finally had won […]

Panthers Greg Olsen selling t-shirts for heartwarming cause

Panthers Greg Olsen selling t-shirts for heartwarming cause

Carolina Panthers tight-end Greg Olsen is selling an awesome 90’s theme t-shirt, marking the Panthers trip to California. The shirts […]

“CAROvan50” The HEARTest Yard Collaboration Shirt

“CAROvan50” The HEARTest Yard Collaboration Shirt

The CAROvan50 collaboration shirt by designer Joey Ellis, Ryan Kalil, and Greg Olsen is now available! Proceeds from each CAROvan50 shirt sold […]

The heart of Carolina Panthers star Greg Olsen

The heart of Carolina Panthers star Greg Olsen

Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen is the Carolina Panthers’ nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year this season […]

Personal causes strike chord with NFL Man of Year nominees

Personal causes strike chord with NFL Man of Year nominees

When Carolina tight end Greg Olsen and Kansas City safety Eric Berry had life-changing experiences away from football, the logical […]

Olsen nominated for NFL Man of the Year

Olsen nominated for NFL Man of the Year

Originally posted on panthers.com. Read full story here. Tight end Greg Olsen is the Carolina Panthers’ nominee for the Walter […]

NBC Football Night in America

NBC Football Night in America

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A tale of two dads helping the families of babies with heart disease

A tale of two dads helping the families of babies with heart disease

TODAY’s inspiring Together We Make Football series looks at the founders of the HEARTest Yard Foundation, who united Carolina Panthers […]

Unbeaten and Overlooked

By: Jenny Vrentas Of the five undefeated teams in the NFL, the Panthers may be the one getting the least amount […]

Greg Olsen and Dale Earnhardt Jr. team up for 2nd annual ‘Weekend with the 88s’

Greg Olsen and Dale Earnhardt Jr. team up for 2nd annual ‘Weekend with the 88s’

Two Charlotte sports figures who share the #88 are teaming up to help local charities. Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen […]

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Greg Olsen Present Second Annual Weekend with the 88s

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Greg Olsen Present Second Annual Weekend with the 88s

NASCAR’s No. 88 driver Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Carolina Panthers No. 88 tight end Greg Olsen have teamed up to […]

Broad River Furniture signs NFL star as charity spokesperson

Broad River Furniture signs NFL star as charity spokesperson

Ashley Furniture HomeStore licensee Broad River Furniture here and NFL player Greg Olsen have signed a two year agreement naming […]

Watch Former Bears Tight End Greg Olsen Play Kickball for Charity

Former Chicago Bears tight end Greg Olsen is participating in another Kicks for a Cure Charity Kickball tournament in Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph […]

Teammates Help Raise Funds for Greg Olsen Foundation

Dozens of Panthers fans were treated to a meet-and-greet with tight end Greg Olsen and linebackers Luke Kuechly and A.J. […]

Panthers’ Greg Olsen to meet fans, host workout Saturday

Panthers tight end Greg Olsen is encouraging fans to get heart-healthy Saturday morning at Champions Sports Performance in Cornelius, and […]

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