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The Detroit Lions are working to provide aid to citizens and medical workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
The team announced its player-led social justice initiative, Detroit Lions Inspire Change, will provide funding to the Empowerment Plan for the month of April as the group makes medical grade surgical gowns and masks.
"Empowerment Plan is so grateful for the generosity and support of the Detroit Lions," Empowerment Plan CEO Veronika Scott said in the release. "With their gift we will be able to play our small part in helping to protect those risking their lives every day.