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Atlanta rapper Gunna to give away $1K a month for 1 year to eligible families in South Fulton

The initiative will provide eligible families with a $1,000 monthly stipend for one year.

SOUTH FULTON, Ga. — Gunna and the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) have announced a new guaranteed income initiative designed to help struggling families in the rapper's hometown of South Fulton. 

The Gunna x BMAC 30349 Guaranteed Income Program will provide 30 eligible families with a monthly stipend of $1,000 for one year. 

The $500,000 initiative aims to bolster the community's financial stability in South Fulton. 

"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. 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," Gunna said.

The program will provide support services, including financial education and mental health resources. Recipients will also receive mentorship from experts in the music, film, fashion, and tech industries.

“As Mayor of South Fulton, I am deeply committed to fostering economic opportunities and uplifting our community. 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," South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau said. 

The program will officially launch on September 18. Families must be in financial need and live in the 30349 zip code. 

To apply, visit the Gunna's Great Giveaway website.

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