Jets owner Woody Johnson’s $1 million gift gives houses to wounded vets

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson is an extremely rich man, but he’s also very generous with his money.

Johnson attended a ceremony on Wednesday in which Army Sgt. Adam Keys, who was wounded by improved explosive devices five years ago in combat in Afghanistan, was given a “smart home” in Annapolis, Md., that allows him to live independently. Johnson gave $1 million to build the houses for Keys and Army Sgt. Bryan Dilberian, who was also wounded by explosive devices in combat. Dilberian’s home is being constructed in Staten Island, N.Y. The Newark Star-Ledger wrote about Johnson’s amazing gift.

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“These veterans have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and deserve a home that supports their specific physical needs, to enable them to live independently,” Johnson said in a press release when the donation was announced last year, according to the Star-Ledger.

The homes use special technology so the veterans can manage daily tasks without assistance, the Star-Ledger’s story said. The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, named after a New York firefighter who died in the 9/11 attacks, builds the homes. By the end of the year, 42 of the homes will be finished, under construction or planned, the Star-Ledger said.

On a patriotic holiday weekend, it’s great to hear about gestures like Johnson’s generous one for wounded veterans.

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