Shortly after the killing of George Floyd last May, social media was filled with “We’re not racist, this isn’t good”-type statements from practically every team, group and company imaginable. The Chicago Fire were one of those teams. While the club’s statement at the time was too late for some, it did include something most others didn’t—a pledge to take specific actions to combat racism.
At the time, many fans made their own pledges—to hold the Fire accountable, and make sure the club wasn’t making an empty promise.
The Fire announced Thursday that the club has partnered with the Illinois Diversity Council (ILDC), becoming the first pro sports team to do so.