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The Dallas Maverick's Mays Foundation is contributing $100,000 to nonprofits in an effort to help combat needs around the community due to the coronavirus outbreak. Mavs owner Mark Cuban and the franchise have been cognizant of the financial strain on nonprofit organizations that are providing support to those affected by COVID-19.
After pledging to cover the salaries of arena employees for each the next six home games while the NBA is still under suspension, Cuban has broadened his philanthropic vision, aiding more than his immediate employees.
Article Continues Below“There are so many people who need help right now. We want to do our part to get them the support they need,” said Cynthia Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks in a statement. “Whether it's by giving time or helping with funds we are ready to make a difference in the lives of our fellow community members. We're all in this together!”
Mavs center Maxi Kleber gave a $20,000 gift to CitySquare to ensure local students will have access to a third meal of their day, one that is usually provided by afterschool sites that have since closed.
“Local nonprofits are more vulnerable to feel an immediate decrease in funding and volunteers so it's our goal to provide help however we can,” said Katie Edwards, vice president of Community Relations and president of Mays Foundation.
Other NBA players like Stephen Curry and his family have also donated in order to fight hunger in this situation, hoping kids will still get the nourishment they need during this tough stretch.
