HIGH NOTE: Families may get $1,000 monthly payments in free money from new ‘music’ program – Know Hot To Apply
According to The Sun USA, A new direct payment opportunity has launched as part of a “guaranteed income” program, thanks to rapper Gunna and his Great Giveaway Foundation. Qualifying Georgia residents facing financial hardship will receive the funds starting this month.
$500,000 in Financial Support for Georgia Residents
Gunna partnered with The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) to make this $500,000 initiative possible. Along with sponsors such as Live Nation and Adidas, the organizations are helping 30 families residing in the 30349 zip code near South Fulton, approximately 19 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta.
Eligible applicants for the program were required to live in the 30349 zip code and demonstrate financial need. Although the application window has closed, approved families will receive $1,000 payments each month, starting in September 2024, with no strings attached. According to the program’s details, the first payment of $1,000 went out on September 1, 2024.
Gunna’s Vision for His Hometown
“My goal was to uplift my hometown by providing resources that could make a tangible difference in at least one household,” Gunna told local news outlet WSB-TV. “The Guaranteed Income program in South Fulton is a significant step toward enhancing these communities and transforming the economic landscape of the city.”
Residents of the 30349 zip code who missed the application deadline can still visit the Great Giveaway Foundation’s website and sign up for updates on future programs.
Who is Gunna?
Gunna, whose real name is Sergio Giavanni Kitchens, is a popular rapper signed to Young Thug’s YSL Records. He gained widespread recognition after featuring on Young Thug’s track “Floyd Mayweather” alongside Gucci Mane and Travis Scott. With four Grammy nominations and over 39 million monthly listeners on Spotify, the 31-year-old artist is well-known in the music industry.
Born and raised in College Park, Georgia, Gunna has long been committed to giving back to his community. His other charitable projects include Gunna’s Drip Closet, a free clothing store for students at McNair Middle School, and the Goodr Grocery Store within the same school, providing students with free supplies.
Other Guaranteed Income Programs in Atlanta
Gunna’s guaranteed income program aligns with another initiative benefiting women in Atlanta’s Westside neighborhoods. Through an expansion by In Her Hands, the largest guaranteed income program in the U.S. for Black women, approximately 270 women will receive $1,000 monthly payments for three years. The expansion was made possible by the Georgia Resilience and Opportunity Fund (GRO Fund) and non-profit organization GiveDirectly.
Although applications for this program have closed, future applicants must meet three key criteria:
- Be women aged 18 or older.
- Reside within the geographic boundaries of Bankhead, English Avenue, Vine City, or Washington Park.
- Have an income at or below twice the Federal Poverty Level.
National Guaranteed Income Programs
Other guaranteed income initiatives are also active across the U.S. In California, a $500 monthly payment program, Breathe, is currently benefiting select residents. Meanwhile, in Texas, a controversial $500 monthly payment initiative is getting a second chance.
These guaranteed income programs are providing much-needed financial relief to low-income individuals and families across the nation. Prospective applicants should stay informed about future opportunities in their areas.
