In a heartwarming act of generosity, projected No. 1 NBA Draft pick Cooper Flagg has stunned fans and philanthropists alike by quietly purchasing his family’s childhood home and converting it into a $7.9 million homeless shelter. The 18-year-old Maine native, who is expected to be a transformative NBA talent, made the purchase in honor of his mother, who once dreamed of turning their home into a haven for struggling families.
Sources close to Flagg say he kept the move under wraps, finalizing the deal shortly before his NBA Draft preparations began. The newly renovated facility, now named Flagg Haven, will provide housing, meals, mental health services, and job placement support for up to 120 individuals at a time.
Flagg’s mother, Kelly Flagg, was reportedly moved to tears during the private ribbon-cutting ceremony last weekend. “This was always her dream,” Cooper told attendees. “Now it’s real—and it’s just the beginning.”
Flagg Haven is already being hailed as one of the most impactful athlete-led philanthropic efforts in recent years. As he prepares for NBA stardom, Cooper Flagg is proving his commitment to community goes far beyond the basketball court.
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