Sherrone Moore Donates Entire One-Year Contract Extension and $250,000 Bonus to Charity and Homelessness Support, Cementing Legacy as Both Leader and Humanitarian in Michigan Wolverines Gridiron
April 17, 2025 | Ann Arbor, MI — In a move that has stunned and inspired the college football world, Michigan Wolverines head football coach Sherrone Moore announced he will donate the full value of his recent one-year contract extension, along with a $250,000 performance bonus, to charity—specifically supporting organizations that combat homelessness and aid underserved communities across Michigan.
Moore, who took over as head coach of the Wolverines in 2024 and led the team to a dominant 13-1 season and a Rose Bowl appearance, was recently rewarded with a contract extension estimated to be worth over $6 million. Rather than pocketing the additional salary and bonus, Moore is redirecting every dollar to causes he says are “close to his heart.”
“I’ve been blessed with so much through football—education, opportunity, community,” Moore said during a press conference Wednesday. “But there are so many people just miles from this stadium who go to bed hungry or without shelter. If I have the chance to make a difference, I want to make that part of my legacy, too.”
The donation will be distributed among several Michigan-based non-profits, including Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries, SafeHouse Center, and the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, among others. The funds will be used to provide emergency shelter, food, job training, mental health services, and long-term housing assistance.
University of Michigan President Santa Ono praised Moore’s actions, calling them “a powerful reminder that leadership extends far beyond the field.” Athletic Director Warde Manuel echoed that sentiment: “Coach Moore represents the very best of what Michigan stands for—not just excellence in athletics, but a deep commitment to humanity and service.”
Players and staff were reportedly moved by Moore’s announcement, with senior quarterback Donovan Worthy stating, “Coach always talks about leaving things better than you found them. He just showed us how to live that out.”
Social media erupted in support, with fans, alumni, and fellow coaches around the country applauding Moore’s generosity and character. Sports figures and analysts alike are already referring to the act as one of the most significant philanthropic gestures in college football history.
As Moore continues to build a powerhouse on the gridiron, it’s clear his influence will be felt far beyond the sidelines. His leadership, both as a coach and humanitarian, is setting a new standard for what it means to wear the maize and blue.
