BREAKING NEWS: After…………, Dan Wilson of the Seattle Mariners donated $3.6 million to turn a house into a shelter for young people experiencing homelessness in Seattle………..

Seattle, WA – May 29, 2025* — In a powerful example of using fame and fortune for the greater good, former Seattle Mariners catcher **Dan Wilson** has made headlines by donating **\$3.6 million** to help combat youth homelessness in the Pacific Northwest. The money will be used to **convert a historic Seattle home into a state-of-the-art shelter and resource center** for homeless and at-risk youth.

The announcement was made at a special press conference held on the grounds of the property in Seattle’s Central District, where Wilson was joined by city leaders, youth advocates, and longtime Mariners fans. The project, officially named **“Wilson House,”** is expected to open in the spring of 2026 and will provide a life-changing refuge for young people struggling to find safety and stability.

This is more than a donation,” Wilson said emotionally. “It’s a promise — a promise to show these young people that they matter, that they’re not invisible, and that there’s a future for them.

Wilson House will serve as a 24-hour emergency shelter and transitional housing center** for youth aged 14 to 22. The facility will include 16 beds for immediate shelter, eight private transitional rooms for long-term residents, a full kitchen, shared community spaces, and dedicated counseling and career development rooms. Young residents will receive access to on-site support services, including education resources, therapy, job readiness programs, and mentorship.

The house, a large craftsman-style building over a century old, will undergo extensive renovations with input from youth who have experienced homelessness themselves — ensuring the space is built with both dignity and healing in mind.

The project will be operated by **Seattle Youth Outreach (SYO)**, a nonprofit organization that has served vulnerable populations in the city for over 30 years. According to SYO Executive Director Aisha Martinez, Wilson’s gift is one of the largest private donations the group has ever received.

Dan Wilson’s commitment is more than just financial,” Martinez said. “It’s personal. He’s spent time with these young people, listened to their stories, and is walking alongside them toward a better tomorrow.

Dan Wilson, who played 12 seasons with the Mariners and was part of the team’s legendary 1995 postseason run, has been an active presence in the Seattle community for decades. Known for his leadership on the field, Wilson has quietly worked behind the scenes on various causes, particularly those involving children and education.

I’ve had the privilege of a stable life — a team, a home, support,” Wilson said. Too many kids out there have never had that. This house gives them a shot at something better.

Wilson has also pledged to **match up to \$1 million in additional public donations**, ensuring the home has ongoing support and long-term operational funding.

Seattle’s mayor, Jamie Ortega, praised the donation, calling it “a landmark moment in our fight against homelessness.

This is what civic leadership looks like. Dan Wilson is helping change the trajectory of lives in our city,” Ortega said. “Wilson House will be a sanctuary a place of healing and hope.

Fans, too, have rallied around the project. Within hours of the announcement, hashtags like WilsonHouse and DanTheMan were trending across social media, with many thanking Wilson for continuing to give back to the city that cheered him for years on the diamond.

Renovations are set to begin this fall, with youth leaders involved in every step of the design process. When Wilson House opens next year, it will stand as a physical symbol of compassion, community, and the power of one person to make a difference.

Baseball gave me a platform,” Wilson said. “Now I want to use it to make sure no kid in this city ever feels forgotten.”