This holiday season, the Salvation Army of Solano County kicked off its annual Christmas fundraising campaign with a heartwarming luncheon, “VERY CHERRY RED KETTLE KICKOFF,” featuring guest speaker and former NFL star, Desmond Bishop. The event, which brought together local community leaders, volunteers, and donors, marked the official start of the Salvation Army’s Christmas season and red kettle fundraising efforts. Desmond, a...
Read MoreDesmond Bishop and Simone Biles
When two worlds collide, magic happens—and that’s exactly what fans saw when former Green Bay Packers linebacker Desmond Bishop hung out with Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles at the NFC Divisional Playoff game between the Green Bay Packers and the San Francisco 49ers in January 2022. The duo, who have achieved greatness in their respective fields, made quite the impression in the stands at Levi’s Stadium, where the two sports...
Read MoreCome See Desmond at the “VERY CHERRY RED KETTLE KICKOFF”
The Salvation Army of Solano County VERY CHERRY RED KETTLE KICKOFF The Very Cherry Red Kettle Kickoff is a luncheon fundraiser to mark the start of The Salvation Army’s Christmas season and red kettle fundraising efforts. The funds collected at the event and the Kettles in the area throughout the Christmas season support The Salvation Army’s programs for children, families, and disaster relief in Solano County. Guest speaker: Desmond...
Read MoreDesmond Bishop at Packers vs 49ers playoff game pep rally
There are some moments that pack more punch than a touchdown, and Desmond Bishop’s visit to the Packers vs. 49ers Pep Rally was one of those unforgettable highlights. As the Green Bay faithful traveled to rally behind their team for the playoff game, Bishop — a former standout linebacker for the Pack — gave the crowd not only a chance to reminisce about his career but also a glimpse into what he’s been up to after hanging up...
Read MoreCome See Desmond Bishop at Packers Pep Rally
The Green Bay Packers are planning a pep rally Friday, before the NFL divisional playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers. The rally, Friday January 19th, 6 p.m. Pacific time, is booked at The Patio, 412 Emerson St., Palo Alto. The Packers play the 49ers at 7:15 p.m. Central time Saturday at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy will participate in a Q&A session with Packers Everywhere host Rebecca...
Read MoreFormer Fairfield star Bishop continues drive to help disadvantaged youth
FAIRFIELD — Former NFL standout and Fairfield native Desmond Bishop lives by the scripture in Luke 12:48: “To whom much is given, much is required.” Bishop has spent the bulk of his years after retirement helping disadvantaged youth in the community through his foundation, which he started in 2012. That work will continue June 16 when he hosts his fourth Celebrity Golf Tournament for Solano Youth at the Yocha Dehe Golf Club in Brooks....
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