Patriots’ Drake Maye and Wife Gift Wedding Presents to North Carolina Shelters
Sarah Johnson
July 10, 2025
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Patriots QB Drake Maye and wife Ann Michael donate wedding gifts to North Carolina shelters, showcasing community spirit.
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and his childhood sweetheart, Ann Michael Maye, tied the knot in a heartwarming ceremony last month, just as Maye gears up for his second NFL season. But what truly stole the spotlight was the couple’s extraordinary gesture post-wedding.
Instead of keeping their wedding gifts, the Mayes chose to spread kindness in their North Carolina hometown. According to former Patriots QB Scott Zolak on 98.5 The Sports Hub, the couple donated money and household items to local children’s and homeless shelters. From shoes for kids to essentials for those in need, their gifts became a lifeline for the community.
The Mayes, who met as teenagers and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill together, kept their generosity quiet, letting their actions speak louder than words. This selfless act reflects the grounded spirit of a couple rooted in community and compassion.
Drafted third overall by the Patriots in 2024, Maye threw for 2,276 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions in 13 games last season, earning a Pro Bowl nod. With new head coach Mike Vrabel at the helm, he’s set to lead the team in 2025.
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Drake Maye’s throwing touchdowns on the field and lobbing kindness off it! Donating wedding gifts to shelters? That’s a playbook move even Belichick couldn’t dream up. Meanwhile, North Carolina kids are strutting in new shoes, probably thinking they’ve got a QB and a saint rolled into one.
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