Giants Superstar Camilo Doval Donates $12.9 Million to Combat Homelessness, Funds 150 Homes
San Francisco Giants closer Camilo Doval has made a stunning humanitarian gesture that is sending shockwaves far beyond the baseball diamond. The All-Star reliever announced Friday that he has donated his entire $12.9 million in prize money and sponsorship earnings to the Homeless Housing Initiative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating homelessness across California.
The donation, one of the largest single-athlete contributions of its kind, will directly fund the construction of 150 homes with 300 beds for unhoused individuals and families.
At a press conference, an emotional Doval reflected on his personal connection to the cause.
> “I saw firsthand the effects of homelessness as a child, and I knew if I had the means, I would contribute in a meaningful way,” Doval said. “No one should have to sleep on the sidewalk.”
The 27-year-old pitcher, widely regarded as one of the most dominant closers in Major League Baseball, explained that the issue has been close to his heart for years. Growing up in the Dominican Republic, he often witnessed families forced to live in unstable housing conditions. His pledge, he said, was not about recognition but about using his platform to create lasting impact.
The Homeless Housing Initiative confirmed that construction on the new homes is expected to begin early next year, with priority given to families, veterans, and individuals transitioning out of temporary shelters.
“Camilo’s generosity is not only extraordinary—it is transformative,” said HHI director Marisol Vega. “This gift will give hundreds of people a roof over their heads, stability, and hope for a better future.”
Fans and teammates have already taken to social media to praise Doval, calling his decision “inspiring” and “a reminder that true greatness extends beyond sports.”
With homelessness remaining one of California’s most urgent crises, Doval’s donation marks a rare moment where the world of professional sports directly intersects with life-changing philanthropy.
As he concluded the press conference, Doval’s message was simple but powerful:
> “I throw baseballs for a living, but I never want to forget that I’m a human being first. If we all do what we can, maybe one day, no child will have to wonder where they’ll sleep at night.”
