ABOUT

Jerry founded the Triple Threat Foundation (TTF) in 2002 after witnessing the horrible effects of Diabetes firsthand. Two of his sisters lost the battle to Diabetes and his parents are both currently living with the disease. The Foundation's goals are to increase funding for Diabetes-related research, patient care, and prevention; promote the importance of daily physical activity and maintaining a proper diet; and encourage behavioral changes that lesson the risk of Diabetes and other serious medical conditions caused by obesity.

The TTF is building a network of people, organizations and corporations who share this mission and are working to develop healthy living initiatives that educate and empower our nation's youth.

Jerry is focused on ensuring that funds are available for continued research, care and clinics as well as education and awareness programs related to Diabetes, especially for minorities. Most recently, Jerry founded a project to empower and enable young people to fight obesity called The Professional Athletes Council (PAC). Obesity is a major cause of Diabetes, affecting 1 in 5 kids between the ages of 6 and 19.

Stack has recieved many awards for his charitable endeavors. He has supported and continues to support worthwhile organizations that are also committed to helping young people and their families live healthy lives and prevent diabetes through groups such as the American Diabetes Association, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the VERB Program created by the Center for Disease Control, the President's Council for Physical Fitness, the Joslin Diabetes Center and the Diabetes Research Foundation. In addition, he has spoken in front of Congress twice to address the importance of funding as it relates to research and treatment for minorities with Diabetes.

EVENTS

THE WORLD'S GREATEST ALUMNI GAME
The Triple Threat Foundation, along with Carolina Pros, Inc. have hosted the WORLD'S GREATEST ALUMNI GAME which has raised thousands of dollars for the North Carolina Chapter of the American Diabetes Association from 2002-2005. NBA All Stars Vince Carter, Antawn Jamison, Rasheed Wallace, among others, have participated.

HEALTHFEST 2003
Along with the Biotechnology Industry Organization, the TTF was the presenting sponsor to this two day event designed to educate the general public, elected officials, news media, industry stakeholders and other key constituencies about the latest bio-medical research, therapies and cures as well as raise awareness of local health services and patient advocacy groups.

Jerry spoke with attendees about the need to exercise regularly and how to maintain a proper diet as well as host interactive contests/games for special "give-aways" on a custom-built basketball court designed specifically for Healthfest 2003.

HEALTHY U - PAC
Jerry has partnered with Atlanta Falcons star Allen Rossum to educate children on the importance of a healthy lifestyle through nutrition and exercise to prevent illness and prolong life. Together they've started the Professional Athletes Council (PAC) which is an athlete-led nationwide campaign to challenge youth obesity. For more information about PAC, click here.