Jack Kent Cooke

Jack Kent Cooke was a prominent American businessman and philanthropist, best known for owning the Washington Redskins (now the Commanders) and for his significant impact on sports and education. Born in 1912, he successfully built a vast media and real estate empire, enhancing his wealth. Cooke was dedicated to education, establishing the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, which provides scholarships and grants to support students and promote access to education. His legacy includes both his contributions to professional sports and his commitment to improving educational opportunities for talented, underserved youth across the United States.