ATLANTA — The Atlanta Dream on Thursday announced an initiative to forgive $10 million in debt for families across the city.

The team announced a partnership with Cash App and ForgiveCo to enable the debt forgiveness. The announcement was timed to coincide with Thursday's anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech.

The Dream said the program would involve more than 3,500 recipients with debts forgiven in the range of $500 to $80,000.

"The Atlanta Dream proudly carry a name that reflects Dr. King’s hope for a better tomorrow. The team’s name, selected through a community vote in 2008, highlights the city’s connection to King’s message and his vision for a better future," a release said. "Today’s announcement not only honors his legacy but also advances his b

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