During Q&A session with NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico, Gores discusses Platinum origins, civic engagement, diversity goals and philanthropy: ‘We’re just scratching the surface’
$20 million commitment will fund new 25,000-square foot multi-use facility, renovate Brennan pool house, and deliver diverse range of services to Cody Rouge neighborhood.
The donation will fund critically needed pediatric cancer research nationwide. To date, the Dick Vitale Fund for Pediatric Cancer has awarded nearly $60 million to end pediatric cancer.
“He has the ability to keep everybody’s spirit alive. I just think it’s such a talent. He really understands how to keep these guys engaged while they’re going through a hard time."
The kids, who were also going to see Hornets standout and Flint native Miles Bridges, rode in a brightly colored bus with the words “Be Impactful” painted on the side.
The franchise has engaged the Detroit community in recent years with high-profile leadership on matters of diversity and inclusion, voting access and the pandemic.