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19 Week 1 - Rich Wilke - Andover H.S. Week 2 - Jim Reinhardt - Rushford-Peterson H.S. Week 3 - Randy Johnson - Milaca H.S. Week 4 - Dave Frisell - Bloomington Kennedy H.S. Week 5 - Terry Turek - LeSueur-Henderson H.S. Week 6 - Todd Larkin - Cambridge-Isanti H.S. Week 7 - Kim Nelson - Edina H.S. Week 8 -Jon Young - Coon Rapids H.S. Week 9 - Bill Magnuson - Sauk Rapids-Rice H.S. Week 10 - Jeff Schlieff - Spring Lake Park H.S. Week 11 -Peter Haugen - Minneapolis Washburn H.S. Week 12 - Ron Stolski - Brainerd H.S. 2007 HIGH SCHOOL COACHES OF THE WEEK The Minnesota Vikings and KSTP-TV 5 Eyewitness Sports teamed up to select top Minnesota high school football coaches to honor through the “Vikings High School Coach of the Week” program. The coaches were selected based on their outstanding leadership both on and off the field and received a $1,000 grant to be used for their respective school’s football program. The Sixth Annual Minnesota Vikings All-State Football Team consists of 30 of the best players throughout the state as selected by a committee of sportswriters, broadcasters, Vikings staff and Minnesota high school football coaches. The Vikings recognized the team at halftime of the Vikings-Bears Monday Night Football game. VIKINGS HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STATE TEAM VIKINGS HIGH SCHOOL COACH OF THE YEAR - DAVE DOSE MR. FOOTBALL - MICHAEL FLOYD Rufus Bess—Head Coach, Park Center High School Pete Globa—USA Football Mike Grant—Head Coach, Eden Prairie High School E.J. Henderson—Minnesota Vikings Linebacker Mimi Kalb—Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Dwight Lundeen—Head Coach, Becker High School Brad Madson—Minnesota Vikings Community Relations Dave Nelson—Head Coach, Minnetonka High School Jeff Robinson—Minnesota Vikings Pro Scout Bob Smith—St. Paul Municipal Athletics Ron Stolski—Head Coach, Brainerd High School Ray Tri—Head Coach, Eden Valley-Watkins High School MINNESOTA VIKINGS YOUTH FOOTBALL ADVISORY BOARD Vikings Executive Director of Community Relations/ Youth Football Brad Madson congratulated Glencoe- Silver Lake Head Football Coach Dave Dose on being selected as the 2007 Minnesota Vikings High School Football Coach of the Year. Glencoe-Silver Lake is currently the back-to-back state champion in Class AAA, with a combined 17-1 record over the past two seasons under Coach Dose. Logan Becker .................................. Blue Earth ....................QB Hakeem Bourne-McFarlane ........... Bloomington Kennedy .WR Mario Butler .................................... Rochester Mayo ...........RB Leon Clark....................................... Rochester Century .......RB Derek Earls ..................................... Waconia ........................RB Michael Floyd .................................. Cretin-Derham Hall .....WR Roszelle Gayden.............................. Cooper..........................OT Ryan Grant ...................................... Eden Prairie .................QB Kolby Gruhot ................................... Stephen-Argyle ............DL Cody Hendrickson ........................... Cromwell .....................QB Trent Johnson ................................. Holy Family ..................WR Zac Kallas ....................................... Eden Prairie .................S Brendan Kelly ................................. Holy Angels ..................DL Jake King......................................... Totino-Grace ................LB Sam Maresh .................................... Champlin Park .............LB Alex Means ...................................... Mankato East ...............DE Willie Mobley ................................... Eden Prairie .................DL Matt Muenchow............................... Glencoe-Silver Lake.....QB John Nance ..................................... Cretin-Derham Hall .....QB Mike Rallis ...................................... Edina ............................RB Brian Renkes .................................. Hutchinson ...................LB Tait Sande........................................ Cook County .................RB Nate Schaefbauer ........................... Brainerd .......................QB Joe Schafer ..................................... Cretin-Derham Hall .....OT Kurt Schlangen ............................... Albany ..........................RB Jeff Schuette ................................... Wayzata ........................LB Sam Solberg.................................... Cambridge Isanti .........QB Tyler Terry ....................................... Eastview .......................NG Jesse Trimble.................................. Coon Rapids .................RB Kiel Tschumperlin ........................... Eden Valley-Watkins ....QB Two-time All-State high school football player and Minnesota’s 2007 Mr. Football Michael Floyd of Cretin-Derham Hall served as the Honorary Captain, participating in the coin toss prior to the Vikings- Bears Monday Night Football game. In 2007, at the direction of Mark and Zygi Wilf, we established the Vikings Youth Football Advisory Board to enhance our presence and support the growth of our sport throughout the entire state.

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Week 1 - Rich Wilke - Andover H.S.Week 2 - Jim Reinhardt - Rushford-Peterson H.S. Week 3 - Randy Johnson - Milaca H.S. Week 4 - Dave Frisell - Bloomington Kennedy H.S. Week 5 - Terry Turek - LeSueur-Henderson H.S. Week 6 - Todd larkin - Cambridge-Isanti H.S. Week 7 - Kim nelson - Edina H.S. Week 8 -Jon Young - Coon Rapids H.S. Week 9 - Bill Magnuson - Sauk Rapids-Rice H.S.Week 10 - Jeff Schlieff - Spring Lake Park H.S. Week 11 -Peter Haugen - Minneapolis Washburn H.S. Week 12 - Ron Stolski - Brainerd H.S.

2007 HIGH SCHOOL COACHES OF THE WEEKThe Minnesota Vikings and KSTP-TV 5 Eyewitness Sports teamed up to select top Minnesota high school football coaches to honor through the “Vikings High School Coach of the Week” program. The coaches were selected based on their outstanding leadership both on and off the field and received a $1,000 grant to be used for their respective school’s football program.

The Sixth Annual Minnesota Vikings All-State Football Team consists of 30 of the best players throughout the state as selected by a committee of sportswriters, broadcasters, Vikings staff and Minnesota high school football coaches. The Vikings recognized the team at halftime of the Vikings-Bears Monday Night Football game.

VIKINGS HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STATE TEAM

VIKINGS HIGH SCHOOL COACH OF THE YEAR - DAVE DOSE

MR. FOOTBALL - MICHAEL FLOYD

Rufus Bess— Head Coach, Park Center High SchoolPete Globa—USA FootballMike Grant— Head Coach, Eden Prairie High SchoolE.J. Henderson—Minnesota Vikings LinebackerMimi Kalb— Minneapolis Park and Recreation BoardDwight Lundeen— Head Coach, Becker High SchoolBrad Madson— Minnesota Vikings Community RelationsDave Nelson— Head Coach, Minnetonka High SchoolJeff Robinson—Minnesota Vikings Pro ScoutBob Smith—St. Paul Municipal AthleticsRon Stolski—Head Coach, Brainerd High SchoolRay Tri— Head Coach, Eden Valley-Watkins High School

MINNESOTA VIKINGS YOUTH FOOTBALL ADVISORY BOARD

Vikings Executive Director of Community Relations/Youth Football Brad Madson congratulated Glencoe-Silver Lake Head Football Coach Dave Dose on being selected as the 2007 Minnesota Vikings High School Football Coach of the Year. Glencoe-Silver Lake is currently the back-to-back state champion in Class AAA, with a combined 17-1 record over the past two seasons under Coach Dose.

Logan Becker ..................................Blue Earth ....................QBHakeem Bourne-McFarlane ...........Bloomington Kennedy .WRMario Butler ....................................Rochester Mayo ...........RBLeon Clark.......................................Rochester Century .......RBDerek Earls .....................................Waconia ........................RBMichael Floyd ..................................Cretin-Derham Hall .....WRRoszelle Gayden ..............................Cooper..........................OTRyan Grant ......................................Eden Prairie .................QBKolby Gruhot ...................................Stephen-Argyle ............DLCody Hendrickson ...........................Cromwell .....................QBTrent Johnson .................................Holy Family ..................WRZac Kallas .......................................Eden Prairie .................SBrendan Kelly .................................Holy Angels ..................DLJake King.........................................Totino-Grace ................LBSam Maresh ....................................Champlin Park .............LBAlex Means ......................................Mankato East ...............DEWillie Mobley ...................................Eden Prairie .................DLMatt Muenchow...............................Glencoe-Silver Lake.....QBJohn Nance .....................................Cretin-Derham Hall .....QBMike Rallis ......................................Edina ............................RBBrian Renkes ..................................Hutchinson ...................LBTait Sande ........................................Cook County .................RBNate Schaefbauer ...........................Brainerd .......................QBJoe Schafer .....................................Cretin-Derham Hall .....OTKurt Schlangen ...............................Albany ..........................RBJeff Schuette ...................................Wayzata ........................LBSam Solberg ....................................Cambridge Isanti .........QBTyler Terry .......................................Eastview .......................NGJesse Trimble ..................................Coon Rapids .................RBKiel Tschumperlin ...........................Eden Valley-Watkins ....QB

Two-time All-State high school football player and Minnesota’s 2007 Mr. Football Michael Floyd of Cretin-Derham Hall served as the Honorary Captain, participating in the coin toss prior to the Vikings-Bears Monday Night Football game.

In 2007, at the direction of Mark and Zygi Wilf, we established the Vikings Youth Football Advisory Board to enhance our presence and support the growth of our sport throughout the entire state.

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VIKINGS/NFL GRANTSIn partnership with the NFL’s youth football movement, the Vikings deliver programs that emphasize football, education, participation and sportsmanship. Through the NFL Youth Football Fund, the Vikings also provide financial assistance to many local youth football programs—including flag football and tackle football leagues.

“VIKINGS OF TOMORROW” PLAY PRIOR TO HOME GAMES

BROOKS BOLLINGER NOMINEE—MIKE BERG—SELECTED NFL HIGH SCHOOL COACH OF THE YEAR

In 2007, the Vikings began a new tradition of having youth football teams from throughout the state play an exhibition game prior to Vikings home games. The program will continue to grow in 2008.

Mike Berg

Mike Berg, who coached Vikings quarterback Brooks Bollinger at Grand Forks Central High School, was named the 2007 NFL High School Football Coach of the Year. Berg was nominated by Bollinger and became the second consecutive Vikings-nominated coach to win

the award, with former Cretin-Derham Hall Head Coach Rich Kallok winning the award last year after being nominated by Matt Birk. Berg spent 28 of his 35 years of coaching as head coach at Grand Forks Central and led his teams to 16 playoff appearances, three state championship berths and guided his team to the 2005 state title. Berg serves as the Football Chairman for the North Dakota

High School Coaches Association, Director of the North Dakota Shrine Bowl and is a member of the High School Committee of the American Football Coaches Association. As the 2007 NFL High School Football Coach of the Year, Berg was invited to attend Super Bowl XLII in Arizona as the NFL’s guest. He received a $5,000 check and a $10,000 grant was awarded to the football program at Grand Forks Central.

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MINNESOTA VIKINGS CHEERLEADERS The commitment of the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders (MVC) extends beyond the sidelines of a Vikings game. In addition to energizing Vikings fans on Sundays, these talented women commit their time and passion to our community, appearing at over 300 events each year. The MVC continue to be in demand for corporate, community and charity events around the state and beyond. This has even crossed borders with trips to support our American troops in Iraq and to work with International dance and cheer teams in Mexico this past year.

The MVC also serve as role models for hundreds of young ladies ages 5-18 through their Junior and Senior Cheerleading Programs, as well as our All-Star team. Each program is specific to the age group and all participants gain invaluable experience from one-on-one coaching by the MVC. Other great perks include MVC autographs, photos, apparel and tickets to a Vikings game. The highlight, however, is the opportunity to cheer in front of 64,000 Vikings fans alongside the best cheerleaders in the NFL.

The alumni MVC are active in supporting the current MVC, the Vikings and the community as well. The A*Team, consisting of alumni MVC, perform on the plaza on game day and have helped to support Vikings events. The alumni MVC will celebrate their official 25th season in 2008! These women loved their time on the team and are proud to stay involved in this special way.

For more information on the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders, check out www.vikings.com/cheerleaders or contact:

Tami KrauseHead Coach (952) 828-6530/[email protected]

Vikings Cheerleaders visit troops in Iraq.

Adoption Family Fun Fest

Super Star Golf Tournament benefiting SMA

In 2007, the Minnesota Vikings completed their roster with the addition of a new mascot, Viktor the Viking. This fun-loving Norseman spends his time appearing all throughout Minnesota. In his first year, Viktor appeared at almost 200 community events. That number will continue to grow as Viktor becomes a prominent figure in the Minnesota community. To schedule a Viktor visit, call (952) 918-8512 or e-mail [email protected].

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Jim and Christa Kleinsasser served as the Honorary Co-Chairs of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Minnesota “Stories of Light” campaign. Jim and Christa have volunteered with the organization for more than five years.

MAKE-A-WISH OF MINNESOTA

Coach Childress personally donated $5,000 in Reebok products, including shoes, sweatshirts and jackets, to The Salvation Army. Personnel from The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center came to Winter Park to help load The Salvation Army truck with Coach Childress. In addition, several players contributed more than $10,000 to The Salvation Army’s holiday “Adopt-A-Family” and “Heat Share” programs.

Zygi Wilf, Jim Kleinsasser and former Viking Ed McDaniel gathered with youth athletes, community developers and city officials to celebrate a $200,000 investment into the installation of synthetic turf at Jimmy Lee Recreation Center in St. Paul through the NFL, Vikings and LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation).

Head Coach Brad Childress, along with other local celebrities, participated in the Minneapolis Public Library’s Favorite Poem Celebrity Reading program in recognition

of National Poetry Month. Coach Childress read “The Bridge Builder” and shared with those in attendance the significance of the poem to him.

State Representative Joe Atkins and Brooks Bollinger promoted education at the May Day 5K benefiting the Inver Grove Heights BEST Foundation.

Pat Williams and Kevin Williams were among many Vikings who supported the 2007 Minnesota Taste of the NFL event. Taste of the NFL is an annual event held at the Winter Park field house that allows Vikings players, coaches and staff, local celebrities, caring fans and chefs from some of the Twin Cities finest restaurants to gather for a night of football, food and fun in an effort to support hunger relief in Minnesota.

NATIONAL POETRY MONTH

JIMMY LEE RECREATION CENTER

THE SALVATION ARMY

BEST FOUNDATION

MINNESOTA TASTE OF THE NFL

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The Vikings dedicated the home opener against the Atlanta Falcons as “Heroes Day” in honor of the victims and their families, the first responders and all those affected by the 35W bridge tragedy. Several elements were included in the tribute, including a moment of silence prior to kickoff. Vikings coaches, owners and front office staff wore 35W lapel pins and the Vikings honorary captains were Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek, Minneapolis Fire Department Chief Jim Clack, Minneapolis Police Department Chief Tim Dolan, Emergency Management Director Rocco Forte and Citizen Responders Rick Kraft and Jay Reeves. As fans entered the Metrodome, Vikings Ring of Honor members and alumni players were positioned at each gate collecting donations for the Minnesota Helps – Bridge Disaster Fund. In addition to the donation of over 1,100 tickets to the victims’ families, rescue/relief workers and others affected by the tragedy, Vikings ownership presented a check for $100,000 to the Minnesota Helps – Bridge Disaster Fund.

HEROES DAY – SEPTEMBER 9, 2007

Vikings Honorary Captains (l-R) Rich Stanek, Tim Dolan, Rick Kraft, Jay Reeves, Rocco Forte and Jim Clack.

AP Photo

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SECOND HARVEST HEARTLAND FOOD DRIVE

BREAST CANCER AWARENESSOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and during the October 28, Vikings-Eagles game Jenni Greenway and members of the Vikings Women’s Organization teamed up with the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority to pass out “Think Pink” ribbons to fans.

Dru Childress and Jardin Loeffler, along with members of the Vikings Women’s Organization, hosted the Vikings annual food drive during the Vikings-Raiders game on November 18 benefiting Second Harvest Heartland Food Bank.

Kelly Theis and Lisa Dugan led the toy collection for Toys for Tots. Thousands of toys were collected by Marines at our annual Best Buy sponsored Toys for Tots drive during the Vikings-Lions game on December 2.

Each year the Vikings Women’s Organization provides opportunities for our fans to give back by partnering with nonprofit organizations at our home games. Below illustrates a few of the organizations we worked with to promote some wonderful and important causes in 2007.

VIKINGS WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION

TOYS FOR TOTS

Jenni Greenway

ZTA and VWO “Think Pink” volunteersBreast Cancer Survivor Mary Beth Burns served as Honorary Captain.

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Vikings All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowl center Matt Birk was named the 2007 Vikings Community Man of the Year - the sixth consecutive year he’s been so recognized. Since joining the Vikings in 1998, Matt has developed into the community service leader of the team. In 2002, Matt formed the HIKE Foundation to help others in need. HIKE stands for Hope, Inspiration, Knowledge and Education. Since its inception, the HIKE Foundation has raised more than $450,000, which has been used to fund interactive programming and education assistance. From 2002-2005, the HIKE Foundation awarded 12 renewable $1,780 scholarships to area high school seniors.

In 2006, Matt added HIKE SCHOLARS to his programming, an initiative designed to change lives generationally through education by providing at-risk children with the Hope, Inspiration, Knowledge and Education they will need to make it through the key transition points of elementary school, middle school, high school and college. The new initiative reflects a NEW 12-year investment of nearly $500,000.

Aside from the HIKE Foundation, Matt continues to serve as the Vikings United Way spokesman, Gridiron Geography spokesperson and consistently volunteers his time to assist with other teammates’ community efforts.

Matt Birk joins General Mills Chairman and CEO, Steve Sanger to kick off their United Way campaign.

MATT BIRK NAMED VIKINGS COMMUNITY MAN OF THE YEAR FOR SIxTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

“I am fortunate to be in a position where I can help others. I truly enjoy being a part of this community and the responsibility I

have to give back and help others is not a burden to me. Dedication to helping others

is something I value.”– Matt Birk

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COMMUNITY STUDENT ALL-STARSThe Vikings Community Student All-Star program is for middle school students and younger. To be eligible for a $300 grant, students must be actively involved in a community nonprofit organization, have a plan to improve it and submit a proposal requesting funding for their project. For example, 10-year-old Girl Scout Taylor Spreeman developed her own “Sandwiches for Simpson” program. Simpson Housing Services is a transitional housing center and shelter. As Taylor says, “A simple sandwich can stop hunger during the day.”

If you know someone who would be a strong candidate for our Community Quarterback, Junior Community Quarterback or Community Student All-Star programs, visit www.vikings.com and click on the “Community” tab. Each year our application deadline for all volunteer recognition grants is October 15.

JUNIOR COMMUNITY qUARTERBACKThe Minnesota Vikings Junior Community Quarterback program honors high school and college students who work hard in their communities to make a difference. To be eligible, students must submit a proposal detailing their improvement plan for their nonprofit organization. The winners receive a grant ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Once again, the Minnesota Vikings had a record number of applicants. Every applicant was very dedicated to making a difference and had great plans to positively impact their community organizations. For example, 18-year-old Brandi Johnson helped refurbish the Lake Nokomis Community School gymnasium with athletic equipment. Brandi attended elementary school there and continues to volunteer her time assisting the students.

2007 COMMUNITY qUARTERBACKThe state of Minnesota is fortunate to have thousands of residents who are committed to volunteering. The Minnesota Vikings recognize one individual annually who goes above and beyond all expectations to aid a community and make a difference in the lives of others. This person is honored as the Minnesota Vikings Community Quarterback.

WADE SETTER - MINNESOTA D.A.R.E.In conjunction with Mike Doss’ D.A.R.E. artwork contest assembly, we named Wade Setter the Vikings 2007 Community Quarterback. Setter, who served as the Brooklyn Park Chief of Police for 12 years and currently is the Director of the Minnesota School Safety Center within the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, earned the distinction for his years of volunteerism with Minnesota D.A.R.E.

When Setter humbly accepted the $5,000 award he acknowledged all of Minnesota’s law enforcement and D.A.R.E. officers. However, like a good quarterback, Setter’s leadership with Minnesota D.A.R.E. has set him apart. With the methamphetamine problem growing throughout the nation, Minnesota D.A.R.E.’s training has been ahead of the curve. Through Setter, Minnesota D.A.R.E.’s programming regarding methamphetamine has been adopted nationally by D.A.R.E. America.

“As a parent, I know that providing children the tools they need to make good decisions is the key to helping them grow into the adults of tomorrow, “ said Setter. “D.A.R.E. is a program that does just that.”

We are proud to have named Wade Setter our 2007 Community Quarterback and thank him for his years of service protecting citizens and promoting drug prevention!

PAST VIKINGS COMMUNITY qUARTERBACKS:2006- Pam Carlson - Minnesota Council

of Nonprofits2005-Linda Louie - VA Medical Center2004-Carol Dey - Bancroft Elementary School 2003-Roy Nelson - The Salvation Army2002- Wayne Kostroski - Taste of the NFL/

Second Harvest Heartland2001-Margo Wilde - Vision Loss Resources2000- DeGalynn Wade -

Page Education Foundation

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On Father’s Day last June, Jenni Greenway, wife of Vikings linebacker Chad Greenway, organized the inaugural Vikings Gridiron Gallop 5K fun run/walk at Lake Nokomis. Vikings players, cheerleaders and members of the Vikings Women’s Organization helped raise funds that benefited Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board youth athletic programming. Jenni was a star cross-country runner at the University of Iowa.

Inaugural Gridiron Gallop champions Chris Marshall and Melissa Strei finished the 5K (3.1 miles) course in 16:44 and 18:01, respectively—congratulations!

Everybody’s a winner!

Ready, set, go!

Jenni Greenway conducted the prize drawing.

CHAD AND JENNI GREENWAY LEAD INAUGURAL VIKINGS GRIDIRON GALLOP 5K FUN RUN

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Dick Anfang, President; MN State Building & Construction Trades Council

Mick Anselmo, COO; Advantage Rent a Car

Senator Rudy Boschwitz, Founder and Chairman; Home Valu

Bill Dunlap, Chairman, Campbell Mithun (retired); Chairman, Petters Marketing Group

Brian Dunn, President and COO; Best Buy Co., Inc.

Jay Fishman, President and CEO; The Travelers Companies, Inc.

Bud Grant, Former Head Coach; Minnesota Vikings

Sue Haigh, President; Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Michael Hoffman, Chairman and CEO; Toro Company

Meg Katzman, Executive Director; Ronald McDonald House Charities Upper Midwest

Wayne Kostroski, Founder and Owner; Taste of the NFL/Cuisine Concepts

Bob lurtsema, Principal; Viking Update

Harvey Mackay, Chairman; MackayMitchell Envelope Company

Don Mcneely, Chairman; Space Center

Ted Mondale, Chairman and CEO; Nazca Solutions, Inc.

David Olson, President; Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Ray Owens, Executive Vice President - Capital Markets; Piedmont Office Realty Trust, Inc.

Alan Page, Justice; Minnesota Supreme Court

Tom Rosen, President and CEO; Rosen’s Diversified

Steve Sanger, Chairman; General Mills

Joe Schmit, President of Petters Media and Marketing Group; Petters Group

John Stanoch, President Minnesota; Qwest Communications

Jim Stapleton, President and CEO; B&R Consultants

Doug Steenland, CEO; Northwest Airlines

Charlie Weaver, Executive Director; Minnesota Business Partnership

2008 MINNESOTA VIKINGS BOARD OF ADVISORSIn 2007, Vikings ownership reached out to a broad cross-section of Minnesota business and community leaders and recruited them to serve on the Vikings Board of Advisors.

The Minnesota Vikings Board of Advisors meets regularly to discuss and provide feedback on Vikings core issues, including the team’s sales and branding initiatives, stadium development project and extensive community relations programs. The Board of Advisors helps keep the Vikings organization connected and focused on the key issues and dynamics facing Minnesota and our community.

Vikings Owner/Chairman Zygi Wilf, along with Vikings Vice President of Public Affairs Lester Bagley, presented a $1,000 check to the United Way of Goodhue, Wabasha and Pierce counties as part of the 2007 “You Made the Team” Community Tour. Owner/President Mark Wilf, Pete Bercich, Greg Coleman, Bob Lurtsema, Mewelde Moore, Rick Spielman, Bobby Wade, Vikings cheerleaders and Viktor the Viking all participated. Each community tour stop included a Vikings/American Heart Association school assembly followed by a luncheon with community and business leaders.

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COMMUNITY TOUR

In 2007, the Vikings launched a new initiative aimed at connecting with fans, community partners and local leaders throughout Minnesota while also providing an update on the excitement of Vikings football. The tour kicked off in Mankato during training camp and made stops in Willmar, Red Wing, Rochester, Fergus Falls, Grand Rapids and St. Cloud.

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The Minnesota Vikings are

committed to making our

community a better place to

live, work and play through

charitable efforts. We hope the

preceding pages have given you

a picture of some of the many

outstanding organizations we

assist during the year with

time, monetary donations and

autographed memorabilia.

However, it is just a sampling of

how we have helped the entire

state of Minnesota.

DONATION ITEMSThe Minnesota Vikings popularity allows thousands of opportunities for charities to benefit from the team’s success. Donating merchandise and autographed memorabilia to nonprofit groups is another Vikings tradition. Examples of the events we support include: school fundraisers, charity auctions, benefits for cancer patients, raffles and community fundraisers.

To receive a donation, we must receive a type-written request four weeks in advance of your event. The request must be from within the five-state area of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota. For written request procedure please call (952) 828-6527.

PLAYER APPEARANCESThe bond between the Minnesota Vikings and the community is never more evident than when a player volunteers his time at a school, hospital or community event. If you would like to request a player appearance, please call (952) 828-6527 for the written request procedure. As with donations, we must receive a type-written letter postmarked at least four weeks in advance of your event. Due to the hundreds of written requests we receive, we use a lottery system to select community visits. If you are looking for a donation item or player appearance at your event, please write to:

Brad Madsonexecutive Director of Community RelationsMinnesota Vikings9520 Viking Driveeden Prairie, Mn 55344

COMMITMENT TO ALL OF MINNESOTAThe Minnesota Vikings rich history in our state dates back 47 years. And, as the special bond between the Vikings and the community has grown over time, so has the organization’s responsibility to Minnesota. Nonprofit organizations throughout the state look to the Vikings for assistance—be it a monetary donation, autographed item, clothing or just smiles brought about by a player visit. The Vikings organization, along with its players, coaches and cheerleaders, willingly accepts this role. We receive on average 300 written requests a week and the following is just a sampling of the outreach we provided to different causes in 2007:

Aitkin - Aitkin Children’s CenterAlbany - James Blenker Benefit FundAlbert Lea - Albert Lea Chamber

of CommerceAlden - Alden-Conger Athletic ClubAlexandria - Second Harvest - Bremer BankAnoka - Youth First Community of PromiseApple Valley - Apple Valley Fire DepartmentApple Valley - HoopathonAppleton - Pioneer Public TelevisionArlington - Sibley Medical Center FoundationAustin - American Red CrossAustin - Jay C Hormel Nature FundraiserBagley - Kris Fontaine Scholarship FundBayport - Bayport Parent GroupBayport - Bayport Police Safety CampBecker - Sherburne History CenterBelgrade - Benefit for Nancie DeBravoBelle Plaine - Huntington’s Disease SocietyBemidji - Bemidji ChoirBenson - Northside ElementaryBig Lake - Big Lake National Night OutBigelow - Nobles County Relay for LifeBlooming Prairie - Blooming Prairie

ElementaryBloomington - Minnesota Army

National GuardBrainerd - Brainerd Lakes Vets CenterBrainerd - Kinship PartnersBreckenridge - Breckenridge ElementaryBreezy Point - Logan Fogarty BenefitBrowerville - Browerville Sportsman ClubBrownton - Hutchinson Area Middle SchoolBuffalo - Buffalo RotaryBurnsville - YMCA Charity Golf TournamentByron - US Marine Corps -

Vietnam VeteransCaledonia - ABLE FoundationCambridge - Cambridge Area ChamberCanby - Canby ElementaryCannon Falls - Cannon Falls Rotary ClubCarlton - VFWCarver - East Union Elementary SchoolCass Lake - Leech Lake RidersCenter City - Cystic Fibrosis Rally RideCenterville - Centennial High School

Grad PartyChanhassen - Discovery UMCChaska - Lifecore FoundationChatfield - Chatfield Parents for YouthChisholm - Chisholm Community FoundationClara City - Josh Palke Memorial

Golf TournamentClear Lake - Clearview Elementary SchoolCloquet - Cloquet Community

Memorial HospitalCloquet - United Way of Carlton CountyCokato - ECFECologne - Cologne Lions ClubCorcoran - Crosswalk for HungerCottage Grove - Armstrong

Elementary SchoolCottage Grove - Robin’s Nest Children’s

Home BenefitCromwell - Cromwell High SchoolDanube - Relay for Life OpenDayton - Dayton Elementary PTODelano - Delano SnowstormersDetroit Lakes - Boys & Girls Club

of Detroit LakesDodge Center - Triton Elementary

Duluth - Minnesota Program DevelopmentDuluth - Women Rock Breast

Cancer FundraiserEagan - Black Hawk Middle SchoolEagan - Cancer 3-Day Talk and WalkEast Bethel - Benefit for Samantha MoonEast Bethel - Girl Scout Council of

Greater Mpls. East Grand Forks - Randy Knutson BenefitEden Prairie - Flying Cloud Spine & SportEdgerton - SWMCH After Banquet PartyElk River - Guardian Angels of Elk RiverElko New Market - Elko New Market Fire

Relief AssociationEly - Eagle Scout Joshua HwayExcelsior - 8th Air Force Historical SocietyFairmont - Martin County Humane SocietyFaribault - Knights of ColumbusFaribault - Shattuck St. Mary’s

Parents AssociationFarmington - ALSFarmington - Farmington Middle School EastFergus Falls - Jacob Schrieber AuctionFoley - Foley Area CAREForest Lake - Central MontessoriForest Lake - Ducks UnlimitedFrazee - Frazee Gridiron ClubFridley - Denise Velasquez-Harvey BenefitGaylord - Sibley East After PromGlencoe - McLeod Co. Police and

Peace OfficersGrand Rapids - Benefit for Lake NosanGranite Falls - Project TurnaboutHarris - Benefit for Johnny DenesenHastings - Hastings Police ExplorersHastings - Regina Medical CenterHayfield - Eagles Cancer TelethonHector - Hector Public LibraryHibbing - Liz Prebich Memorial Golf

TournamentHills - Hills Beaver Creek FCAHinckley - Family of Mike NelsonHoward Lake - HLWW After Prom PartyHoyt Lakes - Mesabi East Blue Line ClubHugo - Future Problem SolvingInternational Falls - United Way

Advisory BoardInver Grove Heights - Sgt. Jerry Vick

Golf TournamentIsanti - Sheriffs Youth Programs

of MinnesotaKimball - Kimball Area Dollars for ScholarsLake Elmo - Lake Elmo JayceesLakeland - Afton-Lakeland ElementaryLakeville - Lakeview ElementaryLakeville - Lakeville Hockey AssociationLamberton - Cody Olson BenefitLanesboro - Cornucopia Art CenterLindstrom - Iva Melton BenefitLino Lakes - Centennial A.F.S.Lino Lakes - Centennial Fire DistrictLinwood - Kidd Family BenefitLitchfield - Hope ChestLitchfield - Litchfield UMCLittle Canada - Indian Land

Tenure FoundationLittle Falls - Kids DayLong Lake - Orono Alliance for EducationLonsdale - Montgomery-Lonsdale HS

Post PromLoretto - Rockford Ringers Horseshoe Club

Lyle - Lyle Area Cancer AuctionMadelia - Madelia ElementaryMankato - Bethany Lutheran CollegeMankato - Habitat For HumanityMaple Grove - Minnesota Deer

Hunters AssociationMapleton - Mapleton Town and Country DaysMaplewood - Premier Banks United WayMaplewood - Salvation Army

Women’s MinistryMarshall - SW Minnesota State

University FootballMayer - Zion-Mayer Silent AuctionMilaca - Pearl Crisis CenterMinneapolis - ALS AssociationMinneapolis - Care and ShareMinneapolis - HEARTMinneota - Minneota Library BenefitMinnetonka - Jewish Family and

Children’s ServiceMontevideo - Caregiver Program of

Chippewa CityMonticello - Women’s SoftballMontrose - Segue Foundation AuctionMoorhead - Centro CulturalMoorhead - Red River Boys ChoirMoorhead - Spinal Cord SocietyMoose Lake - Moose Lake HS Post PromMora - Kanabec County Relay for LifeMora - Mora Education FoundationMorgan - Boy Scout Pack 53New Ulm - Faith in Action of Brown CountyNicollet - Nicollet Public SchoolsNorth Branch - Brick by BrickNorth Mankato - American Legion Post 518Northfield - Health Finders CollaborativeNorwood Young America - NYA West Carver

Lions ClubOak Park Heights - Applebee’s Valley

OutreachOgilvie - Hoof Hearted Saddle ClubOkabena - Heron Lake-Okabena FoundationOnamia - Mille Lacs Area Health FoundationOstego - PTO/Carnival RaffleOwatonna - Center for Family UnityPark Rapids - Park Rapids Youth

Fishing DerbyPequot Lakes - Pine River-Backus Relay

for LifePerham - Dreams for KidsPine City - Children’s Miracle NetworkPine Island - Forever 4-HPipestone - Pipestone City Medical CenterPlainview - Upper Whitewater

Ducks UnlimitedPrinceton - Mille Lacs Ducks UnlimitedPrior Lake - Blue Star MomsProctor - Chemical Free Grad PartyRamsey - AAHA - MOMS ClubRandolph - Randolph Community EducationRandolph - Randolph Rockets Booster ClubRed Wing - Goodhue City 4-H ProgramRed Wing - Memorial Golf OutingRedwood Falls - Redwood County Relay

for LifeRice - Pheasants ForeverRichmond - Relay for LifeRochester - American Cancer SocietyRochester - Paws and Claws

Humane Society Rockford - Youth With a Mission

Rogers - Rogers ElementaryRose Creek - Mower County Relay for LifeRosemount - Minnesota Military

Family FoundationRush City - Rush City Music FestivalSaginaw - Pike Lake and Caribou

Lake SchoolSaint Francis - Alzheimer’s BenefitSartell - Sartell- St. Stephen Education

FoundationSauk Rapids - Home and School AssociationSilver Bay - Silver Bay High SchoolSlayton - Wonder World PreschoolSouth St. Paul - St. Paul Downtown

Lions ClubSpicer - John Speiser BenefitSpring Lake Park - GrandGala Silent AuctionSpring Valley - Kingsland Athletic

Booster ClubSpring Valley - SHS Band BoostersSt. Anthony - Wilshire Park ElementarySt. Boniface - St. Boniface Faith FoundationSt. Cloud - Central Minnesota

Housing PartnershipSt. Cloud - St. Cloud Area YMCASt. James - Dennis Schlomann BenefitSt. Louis Park - Costco Golfing for KidsSt. Michael - St. Paul Curling ClubSt. Paul - Health East - St. Joseph’s HospitalSt. Paul - Ramsey Nursing HomeVirginia - Mesabi Family YMCAWaconia - Southview ElementaryWadena - The Rising PhoenixWadena - Tri-County Hospital FoundationWaite Park - ACS United WayWanamingo - Faith in Action Central

Goodhue CountyWaseca - Waseca Central

Intermediate SchoolWatertown - Tee It Up JAZWatkins - IMPACTWells - Wells Historical SocietyWheaton - Wheaton American LegionWhite Bear Lake - American Red Cross

FundraiserWillmar - Jennie-O United WayWinona - Central ElementaryWinona - Cotter SchoolsWinona - Trooper Ted Foss TournamentWinsted - Operation We Care BenefitWinthrop - Good Samaritan SocietyWorthington - Southwest Crisis CenterWorthington - Worthington Dollars

for ScholarsWyoming - Fairview Foundation/United WayZimmerman - Ronald McDonald House