Staff report

The Seattle Seahawks’ Richard Sherman visited The Commons Mall in Federal Way on Tuesday to meet fans, sign autographs and help distribute school supplies and clothes to 125 needy children – part of his foundation.

About 55 children from the Auburn area received backpacks, school supplies, clothing and shoes. Three nonprofit agencies – Auburn Youth Resources, Auburn Valley Y, and the Auburn Food Bank – pulled together to help 55 area kids receive supplies. The Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation supplied transportation so that the kids could come to the mall, pick up supplies and meet Sherman.

Sherman’s foundation, Blanket Coverage, also provided pizza and pop for the kids and their families. Poulsbo RV and Macy’s helped with the donations.