New Orleans Star Taysom Hill Quietly Supports Families in the LDS Church Tragedy in Grand Blanc

New Orleans, September 29, 2025

Amid the pain of the heartbreaking event at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on September 28, 2025, Taysom Hill, the versatile star of the New Orleans Saints and a devoted member of the LDS Church, has quietly taken action to bring hope. With compassion, Hill has committed to providing financial support to the victims’ families, covering funeral costs and medical expenses, embodying the spirit of unity within the LDS community.

The tragedy in Grand Blanc left a profound loss, with 4 people killed and 8 others injured, occurring just one day after the passing of LDS Church President Russell M. Nelson. The local LDS community, with approximately 150 members, is grappling with deep sorrow. As an LDS member who served a mission in Samoa, Hill swiftly stepped forward to share their burden.

On social media platform X, Hill expressed: “My heart is heavy thinking about what our brothers and sisters in Grand Blanc are going through. As part of the LDS community, I feel a need to lend a hand. I will do everything I can, alongside LDS Charities and the Saints Foundation, to help these families navigate their loss and challenges.”

Hill has partnered with LDS Philanthropies to cover all funeral expenses for the 4 victims, including memorial services and related costs, ensuring families face no financial strain. Additionally, he has pledged to fund medical expenses for the 8 injured, from surgeries to psychological recovery, through his personal charitable fund and the Saints Foundation. Hill also plans to organize a fundraising event at the Saints’ next game to further support the Grand Blanc community.

Despite the Saints’ recent 19-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills, Hill remains a beacon of hope. He has called on fans to join the effort by donating through LDS Philanthropies, turning tragedy into acts of love. For Hill, Grand Blanc is not just a distant community—it is family, and he is doing everything in his power to help them rise above their pain.