SEE DETAILShttps://sportsrock247.com/2024/04/08/heartbreaking-ne…h-in-bridge-that/ ‎The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in the city has affected many people. The Baltimore Ravens and Baltimore Orioles have stated that they have contributed $10 million to a foundation in support of those affected.
The National Football League and Major League Baseball teams contributed $5 million each to the Maryland Tough Baltimore Strong Key Bridge Fund. The fund provides support to families, port workers, small businesses, first responders and the communities impacted by last month’s disaster.
Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said in a joint statement released on Friday, “We are thankful to our first responders for their bravery and tireless work. The Ravens are honored to support the Francis Scott Key Bridge recovery efforts and affected Maryland families and businesses. We are confident that Baltimore and Maryland will keep displaying tremendous spirit and strength during this time of great need.”
Early on March 26, a cargo ship collided with the Baltimore bridge, nearly destroying the span in the Port of Baltimore and killing six construction workers. Three workers’ bodies have been found, but three more are still unaccounted for.
“Under the leadership of Governor Wes Moore, and in collaboration with the Ravens, the Orioles offer this contribution to support those who keep our city, our state, and our country in business,” David M. Rubenstein, the owner of the Orioles,
The Orioles owner honored first responders during the third inning of the opening day game with the Los Angeles Angels last week.
President Joe Biden on Friday repeated his intention for the federal government to cover the entire cost of rebuilding the Key Bridge, calling on Congress to authorize that effort “as soon as possible.”
