Chris Duhon Donates Money to Rebuild Basketball Courts in Louisiana

The Chicago Bulls are known for their plethora of philanthropic contributions, and thanks to guard Chris Duhon there is a new one to add to the long list. Duhon has been a big name in the relief efforts for Louisiana residents who were devastated by Hurricane Katrina. His latest move is a personal donation of $100,000 to construct basketball courts in New Orleans and his hometown of Sidell, Louisiana. Through his Stand Tall Foundation Duhon launched “Operation 21,” a project dedicated to refurbishing 21 outdoor basketball courts in the two cities – five of which will be in Sidell and the other 16 in New Orleans.

Duhon grew up playing basketball in Sidell and participating in recreational programs for basketball, football, track and baseball in East New Orleans. He established the hurricane relief fund in 2005 and his efforts have since raised $450,000 for the victims of Katrina and aided in the reconstruction of his hometown. Of his contribution to getting Louisiana back on track, Duhon says, “As families are returning to their homes after Hurricane Katrina, recreation programs are starting up again, but outside activities are limited because of the conditions of the courts in the communities. We believe in New Orleans and we’re committed to do what we can.”

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