Fundraiser raises $17,000 to house former Indiana football star found homeless

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Former Indiana University football player Sampson James was recently found homeless in Austin, Texas. An IU graduate named Jasper Steinmetz noticed James carrying a worn backpack and recognized his difficult situation. Steinmetz organized a fundraiser that collected $17,000 in donations from supporters. The funds have allowed James to secure a new apartment, giving him a chance to rebuild his life.

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