Gunna & Black Music Action Coalition Invest $500,000 To Empower 30 Families

Gunna plans to alleviate some financial burdens for numerous families in the state of Georgia.

On Tuesday, August 20, the Atlanta native and the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) announced their new initiative to assist the community with the Gunna x BMAC 30349 Guaranteed Income Program. Gunna and BMAC aim to invest $500,000 that will provide 30 families with monthly stipends of $1,000 to citizens living in the 30349 zip code of South Fulton, GA. The program is another effort by the One of Wun rapper and the advocacy organization's mission to combat poverty and improve the quality of life around the country.

"When I launched Gunna's Great Giveaway, my goal was to uplift my hometown by providing resources that could make a tangible difference in at least one household," Gunna said in a statement. "Partnering with BMAC to introduce the Guaranteed Income program in South Fulton is a significant step toward enhancing these communities and transforming the economic landscape of the city."

“BMAC's mission to achieve systemic equity must begin with economic justice," said co-founder/president & CEO of Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) Willie “Prophet” Stiggers. "Black Americans are too often locked out of critical opportunities and pathways to climb the socioeconomic ladder despite being central to every cultural and financial movement in this country’s history. Partnering with Gunna to bring needed financial relief and, more importantly, mentorship and other services leading to sustainable change is very powerful. Our organization will continue to partner with Artists and others looking to put equity in action so our community can tap into its fullest potential.”

Gunna and BMAC plan to provide each qualified family with an extra monthly income for one year. During that time, the program will also help provide other services "from financial empowerment to mental health." Mayor of South Fulton Khalid Kamua and community organizations involved in South Fulton will help select the families.

“As Mayor of South Fulton, I am deeply committed to fostering economic opportunities and uplifting our community," Mayor Khalid Kamau said. "The partnership between Gunna, BMAC, and the City of South Fulton represents a transformative step in addressing the economic disparities that some of our residents' face. The Gunna x BMAC 30349 Guaranteed Income Program is not just an investment in our city's future, but a powerful example of how we can create meaningful change through collaboration and innovation. I am proud to support this initiative and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have on the families in our community.”

The Gunna x BMAC 30349 Guaranteed Income Program officially launches on September 18 — just two days after Gunna Day in Atlanta. Families can begin submitting applications now .