The Steelers have a strong commitment to the community, taking part in charitable events throughout the year.
Steelers.com is bringing you a rewind of the team's charitable activities during the 2009 season.
Wide receiver Hines Ward is one of the most active players in the community, hosting various events of his own while attending many team functions.
Today we bring you video of some of Ward's charitable ventures:
Hines Ward Helping Hands Korea – A three part series that shares the story of bi-racial Korean kids that Ward hosted in Pittsburgh when the Steelers played the Minnesota Vikings.
Watch Video: Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3
Ward Thanksgiving Dinner – For the second straight year Ward hosted families from the Salvation Army Homeless Family Crisis Center and Steel Valley Corps to dinner at his restaurant, South Side 86, on Thanksgiving Day.
Take a Player to School – Ward goes to school with Freedom Area Middle School eighth-grader David Grove, the winner of the "NFL's Take a Player to School" program presented by JCPenney After School Fund.
Caring Team Luncheon – Ward attends a luncheon with students who helped raise money through The Caring Team for Children.
