Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is giving back to the community in a major way. The star player has launched the Jalen Hurts Foundation, which was founded to “strengthen communities by serving, mentoring, and advancing youth.”
Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts Announces New Foundation
Hurts announced the new foundation on the Eagles report for training camp. He’s entering his fifth season in the NFL, so it’s quite a way to celebrate his fifth anniversary.
The Jalen Hurts Foundation, according to a statement, is “committed to introducing resources and supporting programs promoting positive role models.”
Hurts has always given back, but now, he has his own, full-fledged charity foundation to do so.
“You can’t expect these kids to go out there and have big dreams and big goals and not have proper resources,” Hurts said in a press release. “Through the Jalen Hurts Foundation, I want to provide service and mentorship and ultimately advance our communities and youth. This is just the first step.”
What’s interesting is that even though Hurts is based in Philadelphia, some of the foundation’s work will help kids outside of the city. The foundation will focus on “education, financial wellness, mentorship, and supporting programs that uplift and support families nationwide.”
Earlier this year, Hurts donated $200,000 to add more than 300 air conditioning units in 10 Philadelphia schools. A press release says those units should be active and installed by August. The donation is in line with the Keep It Cool Campaign, which is working to get air conditioning in nearly 100 area schools that don’t have it.
“We believe that with sustained support and a belief in one’s self anyone can positively execute their purpose,” executive director of the Jalen Hurts Foundation Rachel Everett said in a press statement.
While Hurts is doing a lot off the field right now for his new foundation, Eagles fans, of course, want to see what he does on the field. The Eagles had a rough second half of their last season and didn’t come close to making it to the Super Bowl. The Eagles’ first pre-season game is Friday, Aug. 9, at the Baltimore Ravens. Their first regular season game is Friday, Sept. 6, against the Green Bay Packers. For the Packers game, you’ll have to have Peacock to watch it. The matchup will take place in São Paulo, Brazil, and marks the first-ever regular season game in South America.
“As global growth continues to be a critical and strategic priority for the NFL and its 32 clubs, we are thrilled to have the Green Bay Packers playing against the Philadelphia Eagles in our first-ever game in South America,” Gerrit Meier, NFL managing director and head of international, said in a statement. “With over 35 million passionate fans in Brazil, the Friday night 2024 regular season opener in São Paulo will bring an incredible energy – marking a historic moment for our sport internationally.”
The Eagles were designated to host the game, so this matchup will be considered a road game for the Green Bay Packers. It’ll definitely be crazy to watch this action in Brazil.