QB Brandon Gives Back
Tennessee QB Faizon Brandon Hosts Youth Football Camp, Raises $12,520 for Charity
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Tennessee quarterback Faizon Brandon paused his summer QB competition to host his first football camp in the Knoxville area on July 25, raising $12,520 for Tennessee Children's Home, according to Knoxville News Sentinel. More than 100 kids showed up to Anderson County High School in Clinton to learn, compete, and have fun.
Brandon matched early donations to push the total from $6,260 to $12,520, according to The Tennessean. The gesture reflected a personal connection — Brandon's own visits to a Knoxville children's hospital inspired him to direct the money there.
Brandon Doubles the Donation With a Personal Match
The camp initially raised $6,260 from participants and supporters. Brandon then matched every dollar, bringing the final total to $12,520 for Tennessee Children's Home, The Tennessean reported. It was a straightforward move with a big impact — essentially doubling the charity's take overnight.
Brandon said his visits to a Knoxville children's hospital shaped his desire to give back. Spending time with kids there made the cause feel personal, not just charitable. That experience pushed him to turn a football camp into something bigger than touchdowns and footwork.
Clinton Camp Draws Over 100 Kids From East Tennessee
The camp was held at Anderson County High School in Clinton, just outside Knoxville. Over 100 young players attended, according to Oak Ridger. Knoxville Catholic High School coach Josh Jones helped run the event, bringing real coaching experience to the field.
The goal was simple: have fun, compete, and take something useful back to your team. Brandon wanted the camp to feel like a real football experience, not just a meet-and-greet. Kids got reps, got coaching, and got to share the field with a top college quarterback.
A Five-Star Recruit Gives Back to the City That Welcomed Him
Brandon arrived at Tennessee as a five-star freshman recruit — one of the most hyped young quarterbacks in the country. Knoxville embraced him early. Now, he's returning that welcome with action, Jackson Sun reported.
Hosting the camp this summer, while still competing for the starting quarterback job, shows Brandon is thinking beyond football. He chose to spend part of his offseason serving the community that cheered for him before he ever took a college snap.
Tennessee Children's Home Gets a Boost From the Gridiron
Tennessee Children's Home provides care and support for at-risk children across the state. The $12,520 raised from Brandon's camp adds meaningful funding to that mission, according to Daily News Journal. It is rare for a college athlete still fighting for a starting spot to organize and fund an event like this.
Brandon's camp may be just the first. With the event drawing strong turnout and exceeding its fundraising goal, the foundation is there to make it an annual tradition in East Tennessee.
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