The Chicago Bears are taking charge when it comes to combatting the coronavirus outbreak. Bears Care, the team’s charity, is committing $1,920,000 to coronavirus relief efforts to help those in need throughout the state of Illinois.
The donation no doubt pays homage to the year 1920, which was when George Halas founded the Bears as the Decatur Staleys.
This isn’t the first the organization has contributed to the cause. The Bears previously donated $250,000 to the Chicago Community COVID-10 Response Fund on March 20, which continues to serve residents in need.
According to the Bears’ official website, the organization will also donate $250,000 to the Advocate Charitable Foundation’s Relief Fund for Critical Care, Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund and the University of Chicago’s Community Support Programs.
As we join together to assist those in need, we are committing $1,920,000 to local COVID-19 relief efforts and continuing to encourage fans to help however they can, including staying home.#WeAreNotPlaying | #StayHomeStayStrong
— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) April 9, 2020
Here’s what Bears president and CEO Ted Phillips had to say:
“During this unprecedented crisis, we all need to join forces and do what we can to overcome this challenge together. At the Bears, we have committed $1,920,000 to local COVID-19 relief efforts and are encouraging fans to lend a helping hand in whatever ways possible. We will be forever grateful to the healthcare providers, first responders, grocers, sanitation workers, janitors and everyone keeping our communities healthy and safe during this time. Please continue to do your part and stay home so we can slow down the virus and save lives.”
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