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When a crisis hits and local governments fail, it can be hard to know how to help. And that’s definitely true of the winter storm that has impacted millions of Texans. While it’s heartwarming to see that celebrities like Beyoncé and politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez raise millions for efforts on the ground, regular people who don’t […]
Beyoncé is providing some much-needed assistance to her fellow Texans. On Thursday, the singer’s BeyGood foundation announced it had teamed up with Adidas and Bread of Life, Inc. to help those affected by the deadly winter storm. The collaborative effort seeks to give up to $1,000 to individuals who have experienced financial hardships due to the disaster that has left […]
When Jamal Burger, Christian Epistola, and Mac Madrigal were growing up in and around downtown Toronto, sneakers meant a lot. For Madrigal they were what his older brother wore, and whatever his older brother wore, he thought must be dope. For Epistola they were a status symbol, a way to establish an identity among kids […]
Saweetie hosted the first-ever “Saweetie Bowl” last week as part of her new partnership with Xbox. The “Tap In” rapper provided commentary and was joined by professional gamer and Madden Bowl 2020 champion XSET JOKE as they watched New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman and Snoop Dogg square off in Madden NFL 21 for Xbox. Held in Snoop’s gaming compound in Inglewood, […]
The Weeknd teamed up with Postmates to do something special for Black History Month. The Weeknd kicked off Black History Month by choosing Tampa, Florida‘s Black-owned Mama’s Southern Soul Food restaurant to feed frontline healthcare workers at AdventHealth Carrollwood. The 150 meals were delivered by Postmates to recognize the essential workers’ efforts to keep the community safe. […]
The woman behind the attention-grabbing mittens worn by Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders at the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris earlier this month announced she was auctioning off a few pairs for various charities based in Vermont. Second grade teacher Jen Ellis received a number of requests for her hand-knitted mittens in wake of the […]
That inauguration meme of Bernie Sanders—you know the one and no one should have to remind you of what’s being referenced here—has inspired the stacking up of nearly two million dollars for charity. The meme in question, featuring mittens made by an elementary school teacher by the name of Jen Ellis, was turned into official […]
While appearing on an episode of Etan Thomas’ The Rematch podcast, Stephen Jackson revealed Kyrie Irving bought a house for George Floyd’s family. Jackson knew George Floyd personally, and has been a big proponent for fighting for justice regarding police brutality in America. He also committed to helping raise Floyd’s daughter Gianna following the 46-year-old’s murder at the hands […]
On Saturday night, quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered an in-game concussion during the third quarter of his team’s playoff game against Buffalo Bills. The Bills eventually went on to win 17-3, and Bills fans honored Jackson by donating to his favorite charity. After Bills fans learned that Jackson had previously donated $25,000 to Louisville, Kentucky non-profit Blessings in a Backpack, […]
Diddy‘s generosity has, once again, made headlines. About a week after gifting his mother with a new Bentley and a $1 million check, the hip-hop mogul announced he would provide financial relief for Miami families struggling amid the pandemic. According to Page Six, Diddy’s Sean Combs Foundation is giving a grant to an organization that will help 175 households […]
