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Former Virginia Cavalier Chris Long to donate final 10 paychecks to ‘educational equity’

Back in September, former UVA defensive standout and current Philadelphia Eagle, Chris Long announced he would be donating the first six paychecks of this NFL season to educational scholarships in his hometown of Charlottesville.

Long and the Chris Long Foundation partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia and St. Anne’s Belfield School for the scholarships that would provide two students with a an opportunity to complete their education.

Now, Chris is taking it even further by announcing his pledge to donate his remaining 10 paychecks for the season to “organizations supporting educational equity and opportunity in St.