CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- The Chicago Bears and Bears Care, the team's charitable arm, announced Thursday a $1,920,000 commitment to COVID-19 relief efforts assisting those in need throughout Illinois.
As part of the commitment, $250,000 was donated to the Chicago Community COVID-19 Response Fund on March 20. The Advocate Charitable Foundation's Relief Fund for Critial Care, Illinois COVID-19 Response Fund, and the University of Chicago's Community Support Programs will also receive $250,000.
“During this unprecedented crisis, we all need to join forces and do what we can to overcome this challenge together,” said Bears President and CEO Ted Phillips, in a statement. “At the Bears, we have committed $1,920,000 to local COVID-19 relief efforts and are encouraging fans to lend a helping hand in whatever ways possible. We will be forever grateful to the healthcare providers, first responders, grocers, sanitation workers, janitors and everyone keeping our communities healthy and safe during this time. Please continue to do your part and stay home so we can slow down the virus and save lives.”
The Bears and Bears Care will continue to assess community needs and find ways to assist local charitable organizations in the coming weeks and months.
The team reminds everyone to adhere to state and city guidelines, and asks everyone to do their part and stay home.