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community impact award nominees

AJ EDENZON
As Executive Director of the East Region for Special Olympics Texas, AJ dedicates her work to make sure those with physical and intellectual disabilities experience not only the joys of sports on the field but connection with the community off of it.

THE KNOCKOUT FACTORY
Located on the city's East End, this boxing gym and after school program for young men and women ensures it's participants not only stay fit, but have a purpose beyond the very day struggles they may face outside the ring.

FRANK ROSS
The Houston Texans special teams coach has a passion for helping those less fortunate. This year, he hosted "Coaches Cut" an event designed to help the homeless with a day dedicated to their well being, including hair cuts, meals, dental work and showers.
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