Saints Owner Commits $250,000 to Bourbon Street Memorial Fund
Gayle Benson presented a check to The Fourteens Foundation on Tuesday to support victims and families affected by the New Year's Day attack.
By Jack Weber ·
New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson handed over $250,000 on Tuesday to fund a permanent memorial for the victims of the 2025 New Year's Day Bourbon Street terror attack.
The donation was presented to The Fourteens Foundation at the United Way Resiliency Center in New Orleans. The money will establish a dedicated space to honor those who died and provide ongoing support for surviving families. Benson stated she feels connected to the community's grief, describing the event as horrible and promising continued support.
The United Way of Southeast Louisiana Resiliency Center serves as a permanent hub for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in the region.
Benson also addressed the Saints' recent performance in Europe. The team lost 16-10 to the Pittsburgh Steelers in an NFL game held in Paris. Following the defeat, head coach Kellen Moore dismissed offensive run coordinator T.J. Paganetti.
Although Benson did not directly comment on the coaching change, she expressed confidence in the roster. She noted that the players are trying their best and suggested the team will evaluate changes at the end of the season. Benson indicated the club will likely be okay as they continue to compete.
Looking ahead, Benson said she plans for the Saints to return to Paris in the future. She also expressed interest in potentially playing in Milan, Italy. She added that any future international games remain at the discretion of the NFL.
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