The novel coronavirus pandemic has spread rapidly throughout America, closing businesses and putting many people out of work. It’s been especially prevalent in Louisiana, which has recorded one of the highest rates of infection in the world, leading New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and his wife Brittany to make a huge move towards helping their community.
Brees announced Thursday that he and his family will commit $5 million towards Louisiana food banks and hospitals, working to help those affected by the coronavirus. Their plan includes several restaurant chains and meal delivery services Brees has partnered with in the past, with a goal of 10,000 meals shared per day with those in need.
This move follows a $1 million donation by Saints team owner Gayle Benson, which was aimed at helping New Orleans residents who work in the tourism industry that were impacted by job loss. At a time when communities must work more closely together than ever in the face of a public health crisis, it’s great to see this sort of leadership from the faces of the Saints franchise.
