LeSean McCoy is proving once again that his biggest moves might be happening off the field.
Former Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy is investing in a $16.7 million affordable housing development in his hometown of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The project, called JMB Gardens, officially opened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 24, and McCoy was front and center to lead the celebration.
The 41-unit townhome community is named after McCoy’s late grandparents, James and Maryann Branch, and represents his commitment to creating generational impact where it matters most.
“I do these things to bring everybody closer,” McCoy said at the ceremony. “People can’t see the things that I’ve seen and do the things I’ve done, but you can still impact the community.”
Located in uptown Harrisburg, JMB Gardens fills what used to be empty lots with new life. The community features a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes, including ADA-accessible units and one specially designed for residents with hearing or vision impairments. At the heart of the neighborhood is a community center that McCoy hopes will serve as a place for connection, growth, and support.
State leaders showed up big for the launch, with Governor Josh Shapiro noting that housing is one of Pennsylvania’s most pressing issues. He praised McCoy’s role in stepping up and helping lead the charge, highlighting the state’s $1.3 million investment into the project as part of a larger push to address aging infrastructure and housing shortages.
“We need to vote to build more affordable housing,” said Shapiro. “And we need to be able to target investments in our aging housing stock to allow people here to stay in their homes.”
Senator Patty Kim, who’s worked with McCoy since his days hosting holiday turkey drives, called him a true hometown hero.
“He’s giving out the same joy and getting back to his community,” she said. “And we are so grateful for you.”
While McCoy built a Hall of Fame-worthy career in the NFL — including six Pro Bowl appearances and Super Bowl rings with the Chiefs and Buccaneers — his post-retirement playbook is just as impressive. He’s now co-hosting The Facility on FS1, but clearly hasn’t lost touch with what really matters.
