Usain Bolt donates $2 million to William Knibb Memorial ahead of Champs

Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to his alma mater, William Knibb Memorial High School, with a $2 million donation to support its track and field team.

The contribution comes ahead of the highly anticipated Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) Boys and Girls Athletics Championships (Champs), set to take place from March 25 to 29.

Despite facing personal financial difficulties in recent years, Bolt has maintained his promise to the school. Principal Linvern Wright confirmed that the donation, received two weeks ago, will cover essential expenses such as housing, food, and transportation for the team, which has grown to over 50 athletes.

During a school gathering, Wright expressed deep gratitude for Bolt’s generosity, highlighting the sprinter’s enduring commitment despite external challenges.

“One of the things he said was, ‘Principal, no matter what is happening, what you hear happening out there to me, I am still committed to my school. I’m still committed to contributing to the school,’” Wright shared.