Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores has enlisted Michigan native Earvin “Magic” Johnson to join his campaign for Flint, Michigan amid that city’s crisis with lead-tainted water. An NBA Hall of Famer who led Michigan State to its first NCAA Championship and played point guard for the Los Angeles Lakers for 13 seasons, Johnson will serve on a community advisory board as part of Gores’ relief effort to address Flint's short- and long-term needs.
Gores launched FlintNOW last month, pledging at least $10 million for infrastructure and program support. The alliance with Johnson will focus on education initiatives to benefit schools, children and families.