In a major show of support for their alma mater, NFL legends LaVar Arrington and Saquon Barkley have announced a transformative multi-million dollar endowment aimed at enhancing the future of Penn State Football. The groundbreaking contribution—revealed in an exclusive ESPN report—marks one of the most significant private donations in the program’s history and underscores the lasting legacy of two of the school’s most iconic athletes.
Arrington, a College Football Hall of Famer and one of the most dominant linebackers to ever wear the blue and white, teamed up with Super Bowl MVP and current NFL star Saquon Barkley to establish the endowment. Their joint commitment will provide long-term financial support for various aspects of the football program, including player development, academic resources, leadership training, and mental wellness initiatives.
“This is about more than football,” Barkley said during the announcement. “Penn State gave us the foundation for our careers, both on and off the field. We want to make sure the next generation of student-athletes have even more opportunities than we did.”
Arrington echoed that sentiment, emphasizing the importance of giving back. “We’ve always believed in the power of this program. With this endowment, we’re investing in the future—ensuring that Penn State continues to develop not just great athletes, but great men.”
The endowment is expected to create a lasting impact, potentially serving as a model for alumni engagement across collegiate athletics. Penn State head coach James Franklin praised the move, calling it a “game-changing gesture” that will elevate the program in meaningful ways for years to come.
With both Arrington and Barkley already cemented as legends in the Penn State community, their latest act of generosity reaffirms their commitment to building a legacy that extends well beyond the gridiron.
