Orioles Pitcher Kevin Gausman Starts GoFundMe For Louisiana Flood Victims

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- Earlier this month, southern Louisiana experienced prolonged rainfall that resulted in catastrophic flooding and Baltimore Orioles pitcher Kevin Gausman has started a GoFundMe account to raise money and awareness for the Louisiana flood victims.

Gausman, an LSU baseball alumni, tweeted, "Orioles fans, I'm asking for your help in donating towards the many flood victims in Louisiana."

He writes:

"I grew up in Colorado, but now Baton Rouge, Louisiana is home to me. My fiancee and I wanted to start this gofundme account to raise money and awareness for the Louisiana flood victims. Countless numbers of homes flooded and the water came in so fast, people were being rescued by boats for days. The water has since subsided but many people, including friends and family to me, have lost everything. My goal is to raise money for these families who need anything from toothbrushes to places to sleep."

Gausman will keep the account active for two weeks and will donate $15,000 on top of whatever sum is raised.

You can find more information here. 

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