In a touching and selfless act that has captured the hearts of baseball fans and communities across the country, Boston Red Sox catcher Connor Wong has announced that he will donate his entire 2025 salary to fight hunger and support underprivileged families throughout the United States.

The announcement came during a community event at a food pantry in Dorchester, Massachusetts, where Wong surprised volunteers by not only helping stock shelves and serve meals — but by making a life-changing commitment to those in need.

“I’ve been given the opportunity to live my dream,” Wong said, fighting back emotion. “But not everyone gets to go to bed full, or wake up with a sense of security. I want to help change that — not just in Boston, but all across the country.”

Catching More Than Baseballs: A New Mission

Wong, known for his gritty play behind the plate and humble attitude off the field, will reportedly donate 100% of his 2025 MLB salary, estimated at just over $800,000, to a nationwide initiative titled “Feeding the Future” — a collaboration with local food banks, school lunch programs, and hunger-relief nonprofits.

The initiative aims to:

• Provide free meals for children in low-income school districts

• Expand mobile food banks into rural and underserved areas

• Deliver emergency food kits to families in crisis

• Launch nutrition education workshops in partnership with community centers

MLB and Fans React with Praise

Wong’s quiet leadership has now been amplified by an act that speaks louder than any home run or game-winning throw.

“Connor Wong just made the biggest play of the season,” said Red Sox manager Alex Cora.
“This is what being a role model looks like,” wrote one fan on social media. “He’s not just playing for Boston — he’s playing for all of us.”
Teammate Rafael Devers called the gesture “inspiring” and said, “He reminds us what it means to give back.”

Major League Baseball also released a statement applauding Wong’s generosity and pledging to support “Feeding the Future” with league-wide partnerships and promotion.

Beyond the Diamond

While many athletes contribute to charitable causes, donating an entire year’s salary is rare — especially for a player like Wong, who is still early in his MLB career and not yet on a multi-million-dollar contract.

“It’s not about how much you have,” Wong said. “It’s about how much you’re willing to give when others need it most.”

He emphasized that the effort isn’t a one-time donation, but part of a long-term commitment to using his platform to make an impact, adding that he hopes other young players across professional sports will feel empowered to do the same.