UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor is not modest about the amount of money he’s made, or the lavish lifestyle it has afforded him. Interestingly, though, McGregor keeps quite quiet about the charitable work he does, and as it turns out, he does a lot.
Last night, McGregor attended the New York’s Children Medical Research Foundation 7th Annual Best of Ireland Gala in New York City, where he was honored for his substantial donations to the Our Ladies Children’s Hospital of Crumlin, in his native Dublin, Ireland.
Conor McGregor is in New York tonight. He’s being honored at the New York’s Children Medical Research Foundation 7th Annual Best of Ireland Gala dinner for the charitable work he does with children hospitals in Ireland.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) February 1, 2018
Unlike other celebs, he doesn’t publicize his charitable work much, but I’ve been told he spends a lot of private time and resources to help sick children. His efforts are being recognized this evening.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) February 1, 2018
Was told they normally raise about 600k. Tonight they broke 800k for first time. This included an on the spot generous donation from Conor after already donating. He’s not a bad kid 👏😊
— Coach Kavanagh (@John_Kavanagh) February 1, 2018
Though his appearance at this New York gala flew almost entirely under the radar, McGregor did post to Instagram about the experience.
This article first appeared on BJPenn.com on 1/31/2018.