CLEVELAND — When Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett is off the field, he is spending his time giving back to youth in his community.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History announced that Garrett will serve as the first-ever Community Science Ambassador for the museum.
“We have been so fortunate to get to know Myles, and we look forward to partnering with him in expanding access to science, especially in underserved communities,” said Sonia Winner, the Museum’s President & CEO. “This collaboration couldn’t begin at a better time, as the Museum undergoes a major transformation and redoubles its efforts to increase accessibility and engagement—key objectives outlined in our strategic plan.”
In this position, Garrett will work to help promote the museum as well as its educational programming and events by promoting "the importance of science and STEM careers, especially for those underrepresented in the field, while supporting the Museum’s mission to foster science literacy," said museum officials in a press release.
“I credit my family with teaching me the value of giving back to the community,” said Garrett. “Cleveland is my community, and I want to do my best to be a positive role model for our kids. I’m excited to continue working with the Museum team to share their important mission. Together, we can spark curiosity, improve science education, and expand access in new and fun ways.”
Throughout the summer, Garrett has worked continuously to help inspire youth across Northeast Ohio.
Earlier this summer, Garrett, the museum, United Way, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio invited local children to a screening of Jurassic World: Dominion.
Garrett also recently hosted the Myles Garrett Back-to-School Kickoff to help prepare 200 children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio for the 2022-23 school year.