**BREAKING NEWS: Noah Lyles Donates \$12.9 Million to Build Homeless Support Centers in Gainesville**
In an extraordinary act of compassion and community leadership, American track and field sprint star **Noah Lyles** has announced he is donating his entire **\$12.9 million bonus and sponsorship earnings** to combat homelessness in his hometown of Gainesville, Florida.
The funding will go toward the construction of **multiple homeless support centers**, including **150 permanent housing units** and **300 shelter beds**, providing not only a safe place to sleep but also access to healthcare, meals, and job training programs.
At an emotional press conference, Lyles explained the inspiration behind his decision. *“I have witnessed people struggling to survive the harsh winters in the U.S. without a roof over their heads, and I promised myself that if I ever had the chance, I would step up,”* he said. *“No one should have to sleep outside in that kind of cold.”*
The initiative, which will be carried out in partnership with local housing authorities and nonprofit organizations, has been hailed as one of the largest private donations for homelessness support in Gainesville’s history. City officials said the first phase of construction will begin later this year, with completion expected in 2026.
Community leaders and fans alike have praised the Olympic champion’s generosity, noting that his impact will stretch far beyond the track. Gainesville Mayor Lauren Poe called Lyles’ gift *“a legacy of humanity and hope that will transform lives for generations.”*
While Noah Lyles continues to chase gold on the world stage, his commitment to helping those most in need has cemented him as not only a champion athlete but also a champion of compassion.
