WHO:

The Rivers of Hope Foundation, the official charitable foundation of San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, and Verizon Wireless.

WHAT:

Throughout the 2011 football season, ask Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers questions on Twitter, [ @AskPhilip ]. Each week, a question will be selected and answered by Philip on video at [ PhilipRivers.com ]. The "Ask Philip" feature will allow fans to interact with Rivers and bring added attention to the programs supported by the Rivers of Hope Foundation.

WHEN /WHERE:

Ask questions on [ @AskPhilip ] during 2011 football season.

BACKGROUND:

The Rivers of Hope Foundation works to find permanent, loving homes for children in the foster care system in San Diego County. The foundation supports programs that provide these children with hope for a brighter future and help place them with forever families.

With the "Ask Philip" feature, the goal is to increase visibility and engagement with fans and Rivers throughout social media channels including [ http://www.twitter.com/askphilip ] and [ http://www.youtube.com/riversofhope17 ].

For more information on the Rivers of Hope Foundation, visit [ PhilipRivers.com ].