- In September 2020, the Smarts donated $1 million to the University of Georgia to support a social justice program, scholarships for senior student-athletes impacted by COVID-19, and the expansion of the Butts-Mehre football complex, according to Give to UGA.
- This donation was part of a larger effort to address the impact of COVID-19 on student-athletes and promote social justice at the university.
- The Smarts’ initial donation of $150,000 was part of a larger fundraising effort that included a $350,000 donation from Matthew Stafford and his wife, Kelly, according to Yahoo Sports.
- While there have been claims of a $8.5 million donation from Kirby Smart’s salary, these claims have been linked to social media posts and are not verified by reputable news sources.
- There is no information available about a $5 million donation to a specific charity home
There is no credible evidence to support the claim that Georgia Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart and his wife, Mary Beth, have donated $5 million to a charity home. While the Smarts have made significant charitable donations, including $1 million to the University of Georgia, the specific claim about a $5 million donation to a charity home is unsubstantiated
