Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum announced a new project aimed at building generational wealth for low-income, single-parent families in his hometown of St. Louis. The five-time All-Star is partnering with SoFi bank to help those in need take a first step toward financial stability and growth.
The initiative is a collaboration between the Jayson Tatum Foundation and the financial services company SoFi. A $1 million donation will spearhead a new SoFi Generational Wealth Fund at the foundation. In an interview with the Associated Press, Tatum explained his eagerness to give back and why a program like this can be so impactful.
“I just knew I wanted to give back and help people that looked like me and grew up like me.” Tatum said.
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