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In late July, Los Angeles Chargers Pro Bowl running back Melvin Gordon hosted a wildly successful free football camp for local children that reached its capacity in a short time.

The former Bradford and University of Wisconsin standout is once again putting his name behind a charitable project that he hopes has an even bigger impact on the community.

In an effort to make a difference in his hometown, Gordon will be hosting the inaugural Melvin Gordon “Beat My Score” Fundraiser and Bowl-A-Thon to knock down homelessness Jan. 13-14 at Guttormsen Recreation Center.

In association with 1st Step Housing and Family Services Association, Inc., Guttormsen Recreation Center and the Shalom Center, the goal is to raise $1 million.

“Melvin wants to do bigger things for the community and it doesn’t always have to be football,” said Jerry Jones, the director of 1st Step Housing and Family Services Association, Inc.

“Although he’s out there in California and the weather is beautiful, this is where he was born and raised. Being able to do things for the community is such a positive thing for him, especially using the platform he’s on.