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BREAKING NEWS: Superstar Leon Draisaitl donates entire $12.9 million prize money and sponsorships after finishing second to the Homeless Shelter Initiative. In a heartfelt statement, Leon Draisaitl revealed the deeply personal motivation behind his decision: “I witnessed firsthand the effects of homelessness as a child, and… Read more⤵️

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In a stunning act of generosity, Edmonton Oilers superstar Leon Draisaitl has pledged his entire $12.9 million in prize money and sponsorship earnings to fund the Homeless Shelter Initiative, a project aimed at building emergency housing and long-term rehabilitation centers for people experiencing homelessness across Canada.

 

 

 

In an emotional statement, Draisaitl revealed the deeply personal motivation behind his decision:

> “I witnessed firsthand the effects of homelessness as a child. I saw people who had lost everything — not because they wanted to, but because life pushed them to the edge. I promised myself that if I ever had the means, I would give back in a way that truly mattered. This is that promise fulfilled.”

The initiative, launched in partnership with local nonprofits, aims to construct 200 new housing units, expand mental health and addiction support programs, and provide job training and educational opportunities for vulnerable individuals.

Fans and teammates flooded social media with praise, calling Draisaitl’s gesture “the definition of leadership off the ice.” Oilers captain Connor McDavid commented:

> “Leon’s heart is as big as his game. This is what it means to use your platform for good.”

With this monumental donation, Leon Draisaitl joins a growing movement of athletes using their influence to tackle social issues — proving that compassion, not just competition, defines true greatness.

💬 “I don’t want headlines. I want change,” Draisaitl concluded.

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