**PALACE UPDATE: Crystal Palace Star Eberechi Eze Donates Entire \$10 Million Bonus and Endorsement Contract to Charities and Homelessness Support Organizations**
In a powerful and heartwarming gesture that’s resonating across the football world, **Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze** has announced that he is donating the entirety of his **\$10 million bonus and endorsement deal** earnings to a range of **charities and homelessness support organizations** in London and beyond.
The 25-year-old England international, widely admired for his creativity on the pitch and his humility off it, made the announcement in a statement released through Crystal Palace F.C. and his personal social media platforms earlier today.
“I’ve always believed that football is more than just a game—it’s a platform,” said Eze. “I’m incredibly fortunate to be in the position I’m in, and I feel a deep responsibility to use my blessings to support those who are struggling, especially in the community that raised me.”
Eze, who grew up in **Greenwich, South London**, is no stranger to adversity. His rise through the ranks—from being released by multiple clubs as a teenager to becoming one of the Premier League’s standout performers—has made him a beacon of hope for countless young players in underprivileged communities. Now, with this unprecedented donation, he’s extending that hope beyond football.
The \$10 million windfall, which includes a performance-based bonus from Crystal Palace and a newly signed endorsement contract with a major global sportswear brand, will be split among several causes. These include:
* **Shelter UK**, a leading homelessness and housing charity
* **Centrepoint**, supporting homeless youth across England
* **Crystal Palace Foundation**, the club’s community arm providing education, food, and sports opportunities in South London
* **Local grassroots programs** aimed at mentoring young people in areas plagued by crime and poverty
Club chairman **Steve Parish** praised Eze’s act of generosity, calling it “a moment of immense pride for everyone at Crystal Palace.”
“Eberechi is a special talent, but even more so, he’s a remarkable person,” Parish said. “This donation will change lives—literally. It speaks volumes about his character and his connection to the community.”
The announcement comes just days before the global premiere of the **Netflix documentary series “New Era: It’s Time,”** which features Eze prominently as one of Palace’s most compelling figures. The donation is expected to be referenced in the final episode, which focuses on the club’s impact off the pitch.
Fellow teammates, fans, and pundits have flooded social media with praise and admiration for Eze’s decision. Former Palace captain and current club ambassador **Clinton Morrison** tweeted, “What a man. What a heart. South London should be proud.”
Eze’s agent revealed that the midfielder insisted on keeping the move quiet until all legal and financial arrangements were finalized. “This wasn’t for headlines,” the agent said. “It was for people who need it most.”
As the football world applauds this incredible act of kindness, one thing is clear—**Eberechi Eze is not just elevating the game on the field, he’s redefining what it means to be a role model off it.**
