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Union Today
By the People, for the People
Giants Donate $10K to Union High School Football
The New York Giants visit Union High and provide major funding boost to local program.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The New York Giants have made a $10,000 donation to the Union High School football program in New Jersey. Several Giants representatives, including offensive lineman Marcus Mbow and head strength and conditioning coach Aaron Wellman, visited the school to present the check to Head Coach Barris Grant. The contribution aligns with the Giants' tradition of providing equipment grants to high school programs to help teams purchase necessary gear, upgrade facilities, and enhance player safety and development.
Why it matters
The Giants' donation and visit to Union High School highlights their ongoing commitment to supporting local youth athletics in New Jersey. Such partnerships between professional sports teams and high school programs can provide a significant boost to morale, resources, and the overall development of student-athletes in the community.
The details
The donation was formally presented by Ethan Medley, the Giants' Director of Community Relations, and was proudly accepted by Union High School's Head Coach Barris Grant on behalf of the UHS Farmers football team. The visit allowed Giants personnel to engage directly with the student-athletes, offering inspiration and reinforcing the connection between professional and high school football in the region.
- The donation was made last week.
- The Giants representatives visited Union High School.
The players
New York Giants
A professional American football team based in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and a member of the National Football League (NFL).
Union High School
A public high school located in Union, New Jersey, that fields a football team known as the Farmers.
Markus Mbow
An offensive lineman for the New York Giants.
Aaron Wellman
The head strength and conditioning coach for the New York Giants.
Ethan Medley
The Director of Community Relations for the New York Giants.
Barris Grant
The head coach of the Union High School football team.
Ron Zieser
The athletic director of Union High School.
What they’re saying
“We are incredibly grateful to the New York Giants organization for their generosity and for taking the time to invest in our student-athletes. For our players to hear firsthand from Markus Mbow about his journey, learn from Coach Aaron Wellman, and receive this support from the Giants is inspirational.”
— Ron Zieser, Athletic Director, Union High School (Yahoo Sports)
What’s next
The Giants' donation will help the Union High School football program purchase necessary equipment, upgrade facilities, and enhance player safety and development ahead of future seasons.
The takeaway
The Giants' donation and visit to Union High School demonstrate their commitment to supporting local youth athletics and strengthening the connection between professional and high school football in the region. Such partnerships can have a significant positive impact on student-athletes and their communities.
