LOS ANGELES, California — The NFL and four of its teams are donating $5 million to support Los Angeles communities impacted by the devastating wildfires that have killed at least 10 people and destroyed thousands of homes around the Southern California city.
The NFL said in a statement on Friday that its two Los Angeles teams, the Rams and Chargers, and their opponents in the wild card playoff round the Minnesota Vikings and Houston Texans, had pledged $1 million each, which would be matched by the league's philanthropic arm, the NFL Foundation.
'We are heartbroken over the devastating losses experienced by so many in the Los Angeles area and inspired by the heroism of first responders and residents who have supported their neighbors,' NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said.'The NFL family is committed to working with the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams to support their local communities in their time of need.
Teams Pledge $5M To LA Fire Relief
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