The New England Center and Home for Veterans is a not-for-profit facility that provides transitional housing for veterans in Boston, and a $500,000 grant from the Yawkey Foundation will allow it to nearly double that number.
The foundation, which was started by Boston Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey and his wife, is making the donation in honor of their namesakes, Jean and Tom Yawkey, the Boston Globe reports.
"During their seven decades of Red Sox ownership, many of the team's players served our country before, during, and after their Major League baseball careers," saysMaureen Bleday, CEO of the Yawkey Foundation.
The New England Center and Home for Veterans is located next to City Hall in downtown Boston, and it serves as a national resource for veterans.
Last year, it served more than 1,000 veterans and family members, with more than 30% of those located outside of the Bay State.
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