BREAKING NEWS: Coach Dan Quinn of the Washington Redskins Invests $3.6 Million to Build Shelter for Homeless Youth in Washington
In a powerful and heartfelt move off the football field, Washington Redskins head coach Dan Quinn has made headlines for reasons far beyond Xs and Os. Quinn has personally invested $3.6 million of his own money to transform a historic but neglected property in downtown Washington, D.C. into a state-of-the-art shelter for homeless youth. The shelter, which will be named “Quinn House,” is set to open later this year and aims to provide not only a safe place to sleep, but also access to education, counseling, and job training services.
The announcement was made earlier today during a press conference held at the construction site, where Quinn stood before a crowd of city officials, youth advocates, and community members to explain his motivation. “Football has given me so much, but it’s what you do off the field that really defines who you are,” said Quinn. “After driving past so many kids sleeping on benches, in parks, and on the streets of our city, I realized I had the power to do something real. This shelter is about giving those kids a second chance, a safe place, and most importantly—hope.”
The project, already in its advanced planning stages, will house up to 60 youths between the ages of 13 and 21, offering short- and long-term stays depending on individual needs. In addition to basic necessities like meals, beds, and clothing, Quinn House will partner with local non-profits and public agencies to provide counseling, education support, mental health services, and life skills programs. A community kitchen, fitness room, and library will also be included in the design.
Dan Quinn’s gesture is already being hailed as one of the most impactful philanthropic acts by a figure in the NFL community in recent years. Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser praised Quinn’s leadership during the press conference. “Coach Quinn didn’t wait for someone else to take action. He saw a need in our community and stepped up in an extraordinary way. This shelter will save lives, and it will change the trajectory for so many young people.”
Though widely respected for his coaching acumen and leadership in the locker room, this act has shown a deeper side of Quinn—one grounded in empathy, civic responsibility, and humanity. Sources close to him say that this is not a one-time effort. Quinn is reportedly setting up a foundation that will raise funds for programs aimed at preventing youth homelessness and supporting those who age out of the foster care system.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement lauding Quinn’s efforts: “Coach Quinn has always been a person of high character and integrity, and this initiative shows just how committed he is to the community. The league is proud to stand behind his vision.”
While football remains central to Dan Quinn’s career, this latest move demonstrates that he sees his influence as a tool for something greater. In a league often criticized for its players’ and coaches’ off-field controversies, Quinn’s selfless commitment offers a shining example of the good that can be done when those in power choose to act with purpose.
Construction on the shelter is expected to be completed by December, with plans to begin intake by early next year. Volunteers and donors are already lining up to be part of what many are calling a transformative project for the city of Washington.
In Quinn’s own words: “Winning games is great, but helping a young person find a home, a future, and a reason to believe in themselves? That’s the kind of victory I’ll never forget.”
