In a powerful and unexpected gesture that bridges the historic rivalry between two of Arizona’s largest universities, former Arizona State Sun Devils head football coach Herm Edwards announced a transformative $10 million donation from the University of Arizona, aimed entirely at supporting student welfare…
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Herm Edwards Announces $10 Million Donation from University of Arizona for Student Welfare
In a powerful and unexpected gesture that bridges the historic rivalry between two of Arizona’s largest universities, former Arizona State Sun Devils head football coach Herm Edwards announced a transformative $10 million donation from the University of Arizona, aimed entirely at supporting student welfare initiatives. The announcement, made during a joint press conference on campus in Tucson earlier today, stunned both alumni and education leaders across the state.
Standing at a podium emblazoned with the University of Arizona’s emblem, Edwards — who led the Sun Devils from 2018 to 2022 — delivered an impassioned speech emphasizing the importance of unity, service, and the wellbeing of students across institutions.
A Moment Bigger Than Football
“Today, we put aside colors, mascots, and rivalries,” Edwards said, addressing a crowd of university officials, students, and media. “This isn’t about red or gold, it’s about impact. It’s about our shared responsibility to lift up the next generation — to make sure they not only survive but thrive.”
The $10 million donation, sourced from the University of Arizona’s Student Development and Welfare Endowment, will be administered through a new program titled “United for Arizona Students”, which will offer grants, emergency assistance, housing stipends, and mental health support for students across the state, regardless of school affiliation.
Though he spent years representing Arizona State, Edwards emphasized that his coaching career — and life’s mission — have always revolved around mentoring young people and helping them rise above adversity. “Coaching football was just one part of it,” he said. “Investing in students is investing in our future. That future doesn’t stop at the Tempe border.”
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