Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork was recognized as the 2010 New England Patriots Ron Burton Community Service Award winner at the New England Patriots Charitable Foundation’s Annual Kickoff Gala tonight.

"Since joining the Patriots in 2004, Vince has been generous both with his time and his infectious smile," [Patriots owner Robert] Kraft said. "He has been a willing participant in community activities conducted by the Patriots Charitable Foundation and has done incredible work raising money for diabetes research through the Vince Wilfork Foundation."