WASHINGTON — One year after former Minnesota Vikings cornerback, and Prince George’s County native, Khyree Jackson died in a car crash, his family is turning their grief into action by giving back to the community he loved.

Khyree Jackson’s parents have launched the Khyree Jackson Foundation , along with a scholarship program at his alma mater, Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School, to help local students pursue higher education.

On Monday, the foundation named in his honor hosted kids at Wise High School before the new school year kicks off. They offered free haircuts, school supplies, and two children were given $1,000 scholarships.

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“This is where it all started for Khyree,” said Ebbony Jackson, Khyree's mother, back in June when they announced the launch of the nonpr

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