The child of Haitian immigrants, Giovani knew financial struggles at a young age. He persevered, and dedicated himself to education and sports. Thomas high school in Fort Lauderdale. Nicknamed “Gio”, he proceeded to earn a full ride football scholarship to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After a successful college career, he entered the draft. Gio was the first running back to be pick
ed in the NFL draft to the Cincinnati Bengals football club. Humbled, he was determined to give back to youth. Gio believes that every child, no matter their race, religion or income, deserves the opportunity to play sports. Our goal is to provide youth football camps, free of charge, to children who may not have had the opportunity to do so otherwise. We believe that sports build character in a positive, healthy and familiar environment within their community. The RUN GIO Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides children with the football fundamentals they need whether they can afford it or not. Gio’s goal is to benefit as many children as he can through football
