Southern University on Monday launched the Devon Gales Fund to help the wide receiver’s family pay for medical expenses accrued during his hospital stay and the upcoming lengthy rehabilitation process following a severe spinal cord injury suffered in Saturday’s game at Georgia.

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Gales had successful surgery on Sunday to repair several fractures in his spine. He reportedly has movement in his upper body and is in good spirits at Athens Regional Medical Center.

According to Southern’s press release, “The Devon Gales Fund is the official fundraising platform of Southern University and A&M College. All donations can be made by visiting the Devon Gales Fund webpage.

Contributions to the Devon Gales Fund can also be mailed to the following address:

Southern University System Foundation; c/o Devon Gales Fund; P.O. Box 9562 Baton Rouge, La. 70813