Hurricane Helene devastated a wide portion of the American South, with states such as North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Florida bearing the brunt of the tropical storm’s destructive route. Families are without water, food, or electricity, and the Associated Press reports that 121 people have died as a result of the storm.
Organizations such as the Red Cross, the Coast Guard, and FEMA have all made substantial contributions to the ongoing relief efforts. They could always use extra support, though, and Morgan Wallen appears to be aware of this. Today, Wallen and the Morgan Wallen Foundation generously gave $500,000 to the Red Cross for Hurricane Helene relief.
Morgan Wallen’s Southern Roots and Foundation
Wallen, an East Tennessee native, recognized the obligation he had to provide care for his community and others like it. Therefore, the Red Cross intends to use the donation to assist families and people in the most appropriate manner. Wallen did not comment on the donation. However, Trevor Riggin, the Red Cross’ National President for Humanitarian Services, stated:
“We can’t thank Morgan Wallen enough for his heartfelt and generous $500,000 donation to impact help on the ground now in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene, including his beloved East Tennessee.”
This is not Wallen’s first time using his fortune and celebrity to benefit others; the country music star’s foundation has donated to a variety of charities. Other programs include the Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville, and Make-A-Wish. Given the location of the natural disaster, it appears that this donation is particularly meaningful to Wallen.
A Call For Others
In addition to being a selfless act, Wallen’s donation serves as a call to action for others with the resources and funds to support the cause. Other noteworthy names supporting the relief effort include former Nascar driver Greg Biffle, Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank, and Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper.
Overall, Morgan Wallen’s foundation and donation will undoubtedly provide some valuable resources for the big work at hand. Furthermore, his generosity will hopefully set off a chain reaction of donations and aid geared toward Hurricane Helene rescue efforts.
