With the world and United States dealing with a very serious battle with COVID-19, several NFL owners have done their part to help their respective communities. Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan decided to join that battle Tuesday by donating $1 million towards multiple charities and relief efforts in the North East Florida area.
“I want to say thank you to every group or individual who is personally stepping up for the people of Jacksonville during these uncertain times,” Khan said in a statement released by the team today. “It’s my privilege to help.
“However, the most important gift is the one everyone in Jacksonville can share with one another, and that’s to heed the direction of our health authorities here and nationally so we can get past this safely and successfully. Let’s get through this together but let’s do it by staying home. We’ll catch up in Jax soon, in good health and spirit, and I look forward to that day.”
Khan’s donation isn’t the first time the Jags have gotten involved with the battle against COVID-19. Their home stadium, TIAA Bank Field, has been used as a drive-by test site for those who feel they may have the corona virus.
Organizations who will be receiving help from Khan’s donation includes Feeding Northeast Florida ($75K), The Clara White Mission ($75K), The Jacksonville Public Education Fund ($50K), The American Red Cross (Ja chapter) ($50K), and Florida’s First Coast Relief Fund ($400K).
