By Teresa Varley
Steelers.com

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Nose tackle Casey Hampton played Santa Claus for a group of kids at the Hill House in Pittsburgh’s Hill District neighborhood last week, making a huge delivery of toys.
           
Hampton made a generous donation, allowing for the purchase of gifts for 215 kids who were selected by the Hill House based on their need.

“I know growing up I didn’t have a whole lot,” said Hampton, decked out in a Steelers Santa hat. “A lot of times my little brothers and sisters would get stuff, but my mom couldn’t afford to get all of us stuff. She would just get them stuff and tell me she couldn’t afford to get me anything.

“I know what how it feels not to have anything. I wanted to give back and let those less fortunate get something that they wouldn’t be able to get and they would want.”

Hampton was on hand at the Hill House to personally hand out the toys to the kids, many of whom might not get any other gifts this holiday season.
 
“Christmas is a fun time for everybody,” said Hampton. “To see kids smiling and see them getting something that they wouldn’t be able to get otherwise brings a lot of joy.”
 
The Hill House is a comprehensive community service provider and facilitator that meets the needs of the Hill District residents and offers programs for early learning and child development as well as other youth services, including educational programs.