Cubs Star Nico Hoerner Responds to Barack Obama’s Call to End Hunger — Donates $100,000 to Feed Struggling Chicago Families.vc
The former president publicly thanked the Cubs star for his “awe-inspiring” generosity after Hoerner made a simple, powerful statement: “I just want to make sure that no one goes to bed hungry tonight.”
CHICAGO — Chicago Cubs star Nico Hoerner has stunned the city with a massive $100,000 donation to local food banks, an act made even more powerful by its timing and motivation.
The donation came just hours after former President Barack Obama, a long-time Chicago resident, issued a public call to action, asking Americans to “come together to end hunger” in their communities.
Hoerner, the Cubs’ Gold Glove-winning second baseman, responded almost immediately, quietly signing a $100,000 check to a coalition of Chicago-area food banks.
While the donation itself was significant, it was Hoerner’s humble, heartfelt explanation for the act that “left everyone speechless.” When asked about the gesture, the 28-year-old superstar said:
“I just want to make sure that no one goes to bed hungry tonight…”
The moment captured the city’s attention, and it wasn’t long before it reached the former president himself.
Barack Obama publicly thanked Hoerner on social media for his immediate and substantial generosity. The direct, impactful response from one of the city’s sports heroes to the former president’s plea was described by many as a “moment that left everyone in awe.”
Hoerner, known for his leadership and quiet intensity on the field, has now cemented his status as a pillar of the Chicago community. His donation is expected to provide tens of thousands of meals for struggling families as the city heads into the holiday season.
