Scottie Scheffler, the world’s number one golf, touched fans when she announced the donation of the entire bonus of $ 9 million from the victory at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson 2025 to renovate houses into a habitat shelter for the homeless in the United States. The statement was made during the press conference after the tournament at TPC Craig Ranch, Texas, on May 5, 2025, cited by Golf Digest. This action not only shows the kindness of Scheffler but also arouses the wave of support globally, with the post on x from @golfcentral and @pgatour praising him as “hero outside the golf course”.
Scheffler, 28, dominated the tournament with a total score of -23, surpassed Rory Mcilroy three sticks to win the title. This is his fourth victory in the PGA Tour 2025 season, consolidating the leading position of the FedEx Cup rankings. However, instead of holding huge bonuses, Scheffler decided to use it to support the community. According to ESPN, he cooperates with Habitat for Humanity to renovate 50 abandoned houses in cities such as Dallas, Chicago and Atlanta into a safe shelter, providing accommodation, food and medical care for the homeless elderly. Scheffler shared: “I am fortunate to have this success, and I want to help those who need it the most.”
Scheffler’s actions came in the context of increasingly serious homeless in the US. According to a report of the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, more than 70,000 elderly people living on the street in 2024. Scheffler, who participated in charitable activities through their funds, emphasized that the elderly is the most vulnerable group, need to be protected. The British project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, with each shelter that can support 20-30 people, according to golf.com. The post on x from @golffansusa called it “a bigger heritage than all titles” of Scheffler.
Fans and colleagues did not regret praising. Jordan Spieth, on CBS Sports, called Scheffler a “example for the younger generation”, while @rorymcilroyfan on X wrote: “Scottie proves that golf is not just a victory.” However, some opinions, such as @sportsCriticx, argued that this donation could be a PR trick before the US Open 2025. However, Scheffler’s charity history, including supporting children in difficult children in Texas, rejected this doubt. He also pledged to personally supervise the project to ensure efficiency, according to The Guardian.
Scheffler’s actions not only bring hope to the homeless elderly but also inspire the golf community. With the upcoming US Open in Oakmont, where he and Tiger Woods are expected to shine, Scheffler continues to be a symbol both inside and on the pitch. This charity project promises to leave a long -term impression, proving that the value of a champion is not only in the number of titles, but also in the kind heart.
