2020 NFL Draft to serve as fundraiser for COVID-19 relief

The 2020 NFL Draft will be like none other in league history, due to league and government restrictions in the wake of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

This year’s event will also be used as an opportunity to raise money for organizations that are working to help those impacted by the virus, the league announced Wednesday:

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2020 NFL DRAFT TO RAISE FUNDS AND SUPPORT FOR COVID-19 RELIEF EFFORTS

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The organizations that this year’s draft will be funding, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter:

The 2020 NFL Draft will serve as a three-day virtual fundraiser benefitting six charities – selected by the NFL Foundation – that are battling the spread of COVID-19 and delivering relief to millions in need. Here are the six charities that the "Draft-A-Thon" will benefit: pic.twitter.com/NABRtD8YNV

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 8, 2020

This is a great gesture from the NFL, and something that will help the millions of people impacted by this unfortunate situation. Football can not only be a welcome escape from difficult times, but also a powerful force for good.