GENERAL INFORMATION

Atlanta Falcons players are available for a limited number of appearances, depending on the time of year. Availability is best between mid-March and mid-June although there are several black-out weeks for mandatory mini-camp and pre-training camp practice sessions.

All requests must be submitted using the Appearance Request Form below.

All requests must be received by the Community Relations Department at least six weeks prior to your scheduled event to allow maximum time for consideration. Submitting a request does not guarantee an appearance. If a player is available, generally a confirmation will be made 1-2 weeks prior to the event.

During the NFL season (September-December) players are only available on Tuesdays. Additionally, players are not available during the bye weekend. No appearances will be conducted prior to 10 a.m. or later than 5:30 p.m. and are to be no longer than 1 hour. Players will wear casual clothing (jersey/golf shirt/jean/shorts).

APPEARANCE CRITERIA

We hope to assist programs in the community that use the player appearances as an incentive/enhancement of the program. Therefore, we adhere to the following criteria:

1. Direct interaction with children
2. No career days (not realistic for players; we would recommend a member of the Falcons staff)
3. Clear role for the player at the event (read books, hand out awards, etc.)
4. No athletic function with risk of injury (i.e. basketball games, etc.)
5. Maximize player time
6. Publicity opportunities

FEES

This form is intended for player appearances that are community service, school or charity related. Paid business/promotional appearance fees are not set by the Atlanta Falcons. Individual players and their agents establish these rates. Rates vary depending upon the player requested. Many civic organizations do offer honorariums to players or offer to make donations to the charity of the athlete's choice.

PROMOTING PLAYER APPEARANCES

Use of the Atlanta Falcons name, logos and trademarks and/or any advertising that implies the support or sponsorship of an event by the Atlanta Falcons, the Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund, or the NFL must be approved in writing by the Atlanta Falcons. This policy pertains to all forms of advertising, including all print (newspaper, newsletters, posters, flyers, brochures, raffle tickets, etc.) television and radio promotion.

Thank you for your interest in the Atlanta Falcons!