Incredible gesture from one of college football’s rising stars. Suntarine Perkins, standout linebacker for the Ole Miss Rebels, has stepped up in a huge way—personally investing $5.6 million to turn a vacant property into a shelter for homeless youth in his home state of Mississippi.
This project comes after Perkins spent time volunteering and hearing stories from teens struggling with homelessness. Sources close to the player say he was deeply moved and wanted to create a long-term solution, not just a short-term fix.
The shelter will offer safe housing, meals, counseling, and life-skills training, giving Mississippi’s most vulnerable youth a fresh start. Expected to open next year, the facility will also partner with local schools and businesses to create educational and job opportunities.
➡️ More than football: On the field, Perkins is known for his toughness and leadership. Off the field, this act shows his heart is even bigger than his talent. He’s not just representing the Rebels — he’s representing what it means to be a difference-maker in your community.
— 💬 Rebels fans, how inspiring is it to see a player use his platform like this? What other ways can athletes help their hometowns and communities?
