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In a heartwarming act of generosity that has warmed the hearts of golf fans worldwide, Rory McIlroy has donated his entire $670,000 prize money from the recent Truist Championship 2025 to the Children’s Cancer Fund in Mayo, Ireland. The announcement came on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, just hours after McIlroy finished tied for seventh at The Philadelphia Cricket Club (Wissahickon Course), where he carded a final-round 68 to end at 10 under par. This selfless gesture highlights McIlroy’s commitment to giving back, especially to children battling cancer in his home country.
The Truist Championship, which concluded on May 11, saw McIlroy deliver a solid performance, earning him the substantial prize. However, instead of keeping the winnings, the Northern Irish superstar decided to channel the funds to support the Children’s Cancer Fund in Mayo, a region close to his heart. The fund provides critical medical care, emotional support, and resources to young cancer patients and their families. McIlroy, who grew up in Holywood, County Down, just a short distance from Mayo, has long been an advocate for charitable causes, and this donation marks one of his largest contributions to date.
“I’ve always believed in using my platform to help others,” McIlroy said in a statement released by his team. “These kids are fighting battles far tougher than any golf course can throw at me. I hope this money brings them some comfort and a chance at a better future.” The donation will fund advanced treatments, counseling services, and family support programs, directly impacting the lives of dozens of children in the Mayo area. Local officials from the fund expressed their gratitude, calling McIlroy’s gift “a lifeline for our young patients and their families.”
McIlroy’s act of kindness comes at a pivotal moment as he prepares for the 2025 PGA Championship, which tees off today, May 14, at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 36-year-old, fresh off his Masters 2025 triumph, sees this donation as more than just charity—it’s a personal motivator. “Giving this money away feels right, and I hope it pushes me to win at Quail Hollow,” he shared. “Every victory from here on out, I want to dedicate to doing more good. This is just the beginning.”
Fans have flooded social media with praise, with #RoryGivesBack trending on X. One supporter wrote, “Rory, you’re a champion on and off the course. Wishing you a PGA win for those kids!” Another added, “This is why we love Rory—true class and heart.” The golf community, including peers like Justin Rose and Scottie Scheffler, has also commended his generosity, with Rose noting, “Rory’s showing us what it means to be a role model.”
As McIlroy steps onto the fairways of Quail Hollow today, the weight of his recent donation adds an inspiring layer to his pursuit of the Wanamaker Trophy. Whether he lifts the trophy or not, his commitment to the children of Mayo has already cemented his legacy as a golfer with a golden heart.
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