The devastation wrought by the overwhelming flash floods in Eastern Kentucky is bringing out the best in people across the commonwealth, including several segments of the University of Louisville community.
Among the most visible efforts was the involvement of the UofL men’s basketball team in a fundraising telethon on WLKY 32. The Cardinals manning the telephones and raising a total of $63,668 in just over two hours. The players stating they want to give back and help people in their time of need.
The UofL Athletic Department also is collecting water to be shipped to eastern Kentucky.