During his tenure, JJ Watt, a great defensive end for the Houston Texans, became closely associated with the team. He now hopes that when people hear his name, they will remember his influence off the field. Although Watt’s altruism is not new, it did achieve a new height in February. On February 13, the JJ Watt Foundation received gifts totaling $7 million.
His organization, which got its start in 2011 along with his NFL career, aims to give middle school kids the tools and chances they need to participate in sports.
“With the amazing help of individuals, companies, donors, and volunteers, we have now given middle schools all over the nation over $7,000,000!!” The foundation posted on social media to express its joy.
“Every gift has an impact on the lives of the future generation that JJ’s mission benefits.”
Activities like the J.J. Watt Charity Classic softball game are used to raise money in part. This year, Watt’s extracurricular will resume in Sugar Land, Texas, on May 4. Watt talked about how delightful and meaningful these kinds of activities are.
He declared, “This event is near and dear to my heart,” in a foundation-posted video. If you’ve worked with us previously, you will understand exactly what I mean when I say that it is one of the most enjoyable things I have done in my entire career. It’s a whole lot of fun. Welcome to the party, if you’re new to it, and get ready for a show. It is a celebration, for sure.
Many Houstonians, both current and of years past, are expected to join Watt in his fundraising effort.
Off the field, Watt’s humanitarian endeavors following Hurricane Harvey may have made him most well-known. Before his campaign went viral, he had donated $100,000 of the $200,000 that was his target. Watt helped over 1,100 homes be rebuilt and raised more than $40 million in the year following the catastrophe. Related: J.J. Watt Thinks the Texans Have a “Very Real” Super Bowl window Due to his fundraising efforts, the three-time Defensive Player of the Year winner was also named the 2017 Walter Payton Man of the Year.
