Tyrese Haliburton and Keith Lee raise $30,000 for Gary storm relief

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Tyrese Haliburton and Keith Lee raise $30,000 for Gary storm relief
Summary

Tyrese Haliburton and Keith Lee collaborated to support recovery efforts in Gary, Indiana, following severe storms on August 11. Haliburton matched Lee's $15,000 contribution after learning of his relief work. Their combined efforts facilitated an event on August 24, where essential supplies and meals were distributed to affected families. Lee emphasized the importance of immediate assistance and bringing attention to the ongoing recovery, as many residents still faced power outages. Indiana officials have initiated inquiries into the utility's response to the storms.

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  • Haliburton matched Lee's $15,000 donation for storm relief
  • Event on August 24 distributed meals and supplies in Gary
  • Residents face ongoing recovery challenges after August 11 storms
  • Indiana officials call for investigation into utility response
  • Gary Mayor emphasizes urgent need for assistance for residents
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Keith Lee and Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton combined their resources to support Gary, Indiana, as residents continued recovering from the severe storms that struck the city on August 11.Haliburton matched Lee’s $15,000 contribution after learning about the food critic’s relief work, raising their total commitment to $30,000, Yahoo reports. “As much as I can, […] The post Tyrese Haliburton Follows Keith Lee’s Lead After Gary Storms appeared first on HEAVY.

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