All kinds of help are typically welcomed during times of crisis like the one the world is facing now. That said, many celebrities and public personalities have used their wealth and influence to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine is one of those who wanted to donate to the many nonprofit organizations working to aid children and their families survive the ongoing crisis.
Unfortunately, his donation wasn’t welcomed like he thought it would be.
Donation Declined
The 24-year-old musician, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, was reportedly turned down by No Kid Hungry. The charitable organization refused to receive the rapper’s $200,000 donation hours after Hernandez made his intention to give known.
The ‘GOOBA’ singer went on his Instagram to say that he wants to help hungry families during the pandemic and even encouraged his own fans to not forget about the people who depend on public schools for their meals.
While No Kid Hungry shares the same goal with Hernandez, a representative from the organization said that they had to turn away the rapper as his actions do not fit their mission and values.
Sordid Background
As can be expected, Hernandez was disappointed by the organization’s decision. He even wrote a now-deleted post calling out the group for choosing to take food out of the mouth of children.
On the other hand, No Kid Hungry’s decision was justified by the controversial rapper’s unsavory past. Hernandez has just been released from prison as his asthma made him at risk for COVID-19 while incarcerated.
He’s currently serving a two-year sentence due to his involvement in several gang activities. Hernandez was supposed to get out of prison in August as his sentence was shortened due to good behavior.
No Regrets
Worse, Hernandez doesn’t seem to be too remorseful for his actions as was evident by his sentiments in a recent Instagram livestream. He said that he had no regrets about his betrayal of the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods gang.
For now, he’s focused on carrying on his music career after signing a $10 million record deal while he was still in prison. It is believed that his intended donation for No Kid Hungry was part of the money he made on his latest single.