Scott D’Amore’s Massive Donation Pushes Sabu’s Funeral Fundraiser Past $47,000

The wrestling community has rallied around Sabu’s family in a big way, as the GoFundMe set up to cover funeral expenses for the late ECW legend has already blown past its original $25,000 goal. As of Saturday morning, May 17, 2025, the campaign has raised $47,759 through 262 donations — nearly doubling the target.

The biggest contribution came from Scott D’Amore, the former TNA executive and current owner of Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling. D’Amore donated a whopping $15,932, a gesture that has caught the attention of fans and wrestlers alike. Other significant donations include:

• Anonymous – $10,000
• Chris Jericho – $5,000
• Ryan Barkan – $2,000
• Joseph Janela – $1,600

RVD initially announced the fundraiser during his 1 Of A Kind podcast, urging fans to come together to honor Sabu’s legacy and support his family during this difficult time. The GoFundMe page includes a heartfelt statement from Sabu’s family, reflecting on his influence both inside and outside the ring.

Sabu’s impact as a hardcore wrestling pioneer has clearly not been forgotten, with donations pouring in from fans, friends, and industry veterans.