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Former Dolphins, Hurricanes player takes South Florida students on back-to-school shopping spree
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jayme Berezdivin , WSVN 7 News
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
A former Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes player helped South Florida students go on a shopping spree in Pembroke Pines. More than 20 lucky students had the opportunity to join former football player Vernon Carey in his annual back-to-school shopping program. The students were fired up as they se
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Key takeaway More than 20 lucky students had the opportunity to join former football player Vernon Carey in his annual back-to-school shopping program.
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The back-to-school shopping spree organized by former Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes player Vernon Carey in Pembroke Pines is a welcome boost for South Florida students. As they prepare for another year of learning, many local families face financial pressures that can make buying essential school items a challenge. The Carey Family Foundation's summer reading program, which these students are part of, shows a commitment to supporting education and literacy in the community. By partnering with Dick's Sporting Goods to provide each child with $300 to spend on shoes, clothes, and accessories, Carey's initiative helps level the playing field for these young people. This kind of community investment is crucial in Miami-Dade County, where many students rely on local organizations and initiatives to access resources and opportunities that can help them succeed.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A former Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes player helped South Florida students go on a shopping spree in Pembroke Pines. More than 20 lucky students had the opportunity to join former football player Vernon Carey in his annual back-to-school shopping program. The students were fired up as they se
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