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UFC, Floyd Mayweather Among Those Offering Aid For Maui Wildfire Relief Efforts

Originally posted on MMA News | By Kyle Dimond | Last updated 8/14/23

The Hawaiian island of Maui has been severely damaged by catastrophic wildfires that have killed dozens of people and destroyed towns.

In order to give aid, several figures and key organizations from the combat sports world have shown their support, rallying to aid the people of Maui as they fight through this tragic event.

Leaving many of the islands inhabitants with no choice but to flee their homes, the UFC are looking to raise money to support the relief efforts whilst other individuals have aimed to help the fleeing inhabitants settle somewhere else for now.

In a post by No Jumper, they reported that Floyd Mayweather has helped contribute to the support, using his financial wealth to support the families in need.

"Floyd Mayweather is stepping up in a huge for for over 100 people displaced by the horrible wildfires in Maui. He's not only paying for almost 70 families to fly to safety but also providing them with a place to stay, food to eat, and clothing to wear."

Floyd Mayweather is stepping up in a huge way for over 100 people displaced by the horrible wildfires in Maui.

He’s not only paying for almost 70 families to fly to safety but also providing them with a place to stay, food to eat, and clothing to wear. pic.twitter.com/XMYENpaZki
— No Jumper (@nojumper) August 11, 2023

The UFC have also contributed by raising money to support the relief efforts alongside a donation.

UFC President Dana White Outlines The UFC's Plan To Aid The People Of Maui

Via a video on social media, UFC President Dana White sent his support to the people of Maui and outlined the UFC's plan to help contribute to their support.

Alongside a flat donation to the relief efforts, the UFC will be selling a UFC Hawaii T-shirt on the official store, with all proceeds also going towards the fund.

"It's been horrible to see the wildfires raging across Maui, causing devastation to that beautiful place and the amazing people that call it home. My heart goes out to all of you who have suffered so much loss but I want you all to know that you're not alone. The Hawaiian people embody the warrior spirit like no one else and we stand with you. In that spirit, UFC is going to make a $1 million dollar donation to support Hawaii relief efforts. We are also doing this limited edition T-shirt with a hundred percent of the proceeds going to those Hawaii relief efforts so please, visit UFCstore.com today, pick up a t-shirt and to our friends in Hawaii, we love you and we have your backs. And to everyone else, UFC sponsors, anyone affiliated with the UFC, I ask you to stand up too. Donate some money, reach out to me or buy a T-shirt. Let's all help these people in Hawaii, thank you guys very much."

We are donating $1M to support Hawaii relief efforts plus 100 percent of proceeds from the shirt. Help support by clicking the link to order now. Mahalo

Donate now: https://t.co/6wM2WpyUtr pic.twitter.com/7ZBLaVxQ1o
— danawhite (@danawhite) August 12, 2023