EXCLUSIVE NEWS: JAYSON TATUM DONATES \$7 MILLION TO FIGHT HOMELESSNESS IN ST. LOUIS
In an extraordinary act of generosity, Boston Celtics superstar **Jayson Tatum** has donated **his entire \$7 million** in recent earnings — including game checks and sponsorship deals — to fund a groundbreaking homeless support initiative in his hometown of **St. Louis, Missouri**.
The donation will go toward the construction of **a series of homeless support centers**, including **250 permanent supportive housing apartments** and **350 emergency shelter beds**, aiming to provide not only shelter but also essential services such as mental health support, job training, and substance abuse counseling.
“I never forgot where I came from,” said Tatum in a heartfelt statement. “St. Louis raised me, and I’ve seen firsthand how much help people need. This is about giving folks a second chance, a real shot at life.”
The initiative, launched in partnership with local nonprofits and city officials, is set to break ground this fall. Community leaders are calling it one of the most ambitious housing efforts in the city’s recent history. The facilities will include family units, transitional housing, and 24/7 case management support.
Mayor Tishaura Jones praised Tatum’s gift: “This is more than charity — it’s a commitment to systemic change. Jayson’s investment will impact generations.”
Tatum, who has long been active in philanthropic efforts through his **Jayson Tatum Foundation**, is widely recognized for using his platform to uplift underprivileged communities.
As housing crises continue to rise nationwide, Tatum’s bold move sends a powerful message: real change begins at home — and with those who remember theirs.
