The Chicago Bears have become the first team to take part in the NFL's social justice initiative, donating over $500,000 to local programs, per Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com.
On Tuesday, the team announced the move in a video featuring Sam Acho,Trey Burton,Chase Daniel,Akiem HicksandMitchell Trubisky:
Chicago BearsHicks: "We're all in." #Bears players & ownership are committing more than $500,000 to local social justice programs, becoming the first team to maximize the NFL’s new social justice initiative. The committee spearheading the cause sits down to discuss why it’s important. https://t.