Country music superstar Morgan Wallen is making a difference in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact. Through his Morgan Wallen Foundation, the singer has donated $500,000 to the Red Cross to support relief efforts for those affected by the hurricane’s destructive floods. The donation will help rebuild communities across six states, including his home state of Tennessee, which has been hit particularly hard.

The Red Cross’ National President for Humanitarian Services, Trevor Riggin, expressed gratitude for Wallen’s contribution, saying, “We can’t thank Morgan Wallen enough for his heart and generous $500,000 donation to impact help on the ground now in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene, including his beloved East Tennessee.”

Morgan Wallen’s generosity isn’t new to those familiar with his work. Earlier this year, Wallen donated $140,000 to the Gibbs Youth Sports program in Knox County, Tennessee, where he grew up. The donation helped renovate Ruritan Park, a facility that has been central to local youth sports programs. While Wallen’s rise to fame has taken him from East Tennessee to Nashville, the singer has not forgotten his roots.

“My family in East Tennessee are safe, but I know many are absolutely devastated there and in multiple states. All my prayers are geared towards those tonight,” Wallen shared in an emotional Instagram post. “Those hills and hollers are very important to me in so many ways. It is going to take a monumental effort, and I am in contact with my team and others working on ways I can help.”

Wallen’s love for his hometown and the people of East Tennessee is clear. Although his career has skyrocketed, his heart remains deeply connected to the area that shaped him into the man he is today.

In 2021, Wallen established the Morgan Wallen Foundation with the goal of helping children gain access to music and sports—two passions that significantly influenced his own life. The foundation also serves communities in times of crisis, stepping in when disasters like Hurricane Helene strike.

While the foundation does accept donations through its website, the bulk of its funding comes from Wallen himself, who donates $3 from every concert ticket he sells. His commitment to giving back is a reflection of his Christian values and desire to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.