Green Bay, WI – July 12, 2025,
A Green Bay Packers rookie has stunned the NFL, launching a charity fund in his rookie year with his signing bonus, sources told ESPN Saturday. The move has electrified Cheeseheads.
The wide receiver’s selfless act defies norms. His commitment to giving back has won hearts across the league.
“I signed my contract this year and used my signing bonus to start the Golden Light Fund in my rookie season. Packers are family, and I want to give back to this community,” Matthew Golden said at a Packers press conference.
Golden, 22, inked a four-year, $17.575 million deal with a $9.422 million signing bonus, per Over the Cap. It includes a fifth-year team option.
The Golden Light Fund will support 500 underprivileged kids in Wisconsin with education and sports, funded by his rookie bonus.
The rookie’s generosity highlights his character. Fans see this as true Packer spirit, with @Cheesehead4Life posting: “Golden is a hero already!”
Golden’s 987-yard, 9-TD college season at Texas adds to his promise. His fund launch sets a new standard.
As training camp nears on July 23, his story inspires. Can Golden lead the Packers to a Super Bowl? Follow ESPN for updates.
