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Lil Durk Launches the Durk Banks Endowment Fund

Lil Durk Launches the Durk Banks Endowment Fund with Howard University and Amazon Music

Lil Durk Groundbreaking Initiative to Help Outstanding Students

Hip-hop superstar Lil Durk has recently announced a groundbreaking initiative to help outstanding students from his hometown of Chicago attend Howard University. Together with Rotation, Amazon Music’s R&B and hip-hop brand, and Neighborhood Heroes. A non-profit organization founded by the rapper, the Durk Banks Endowment Fund aims to provide two deserving students with $50,000 scholarships to attend the prestigious Historically Black College & University (HBCU) located in Washington, D.C. In addition to the two scholarships. Neighborhood Heroes and Lil Durk have also pledged to donate $250,000 to support students from Chicago. Who are recipients of Howard’s Graduation Retention Access to Continued Excellence (GRACE) Grant. The grant provides financial assistance to students who have the greatest financial need. With the goal of helping them stay in school and graduate on time.

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According to Lil Durk, the initiative is a reflection of his commitment to invest in the future of his community

“These kids have to be our biggest investment as they’re our future leaders. They are destined for greatness, and I’m encouraging others to join my team’s efforts to help pave their way.”

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Teamwork Makes The Dreamwork

The Durk Banks Endowment Fund has been warmly welcomed by Howard University. While with Cynthia Evers, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Affairs expressing her gratitude to the rapper. Neighborhood Heroes, and Amazon Music, not only did they lend their support to the premier event run by and for Howard University students. but they also left a lasting impression by offering a gift that will continue to benefit Howard students for a long time to come. Lil Durk’s philanthropic efforts subsequently come as no surprise to his fans. As the rapper has always been vocal about his commitment to giving back to his community. The Durk Banks Endowment Fund is just the latest in a growing list of initiatives aimed at empowering young people and investing in their future.

As a chart-topping artist. Lil Durk has also been busy in the studio. His latest music release was the 2022 Loyal Bros 2 compilation. Featuring collaborations with Future, Kodak Black, Lil Zay Osama, BIG30, Icewear Vezzo, Trippie Redd, and Durk’s Only The Family collective. Prior to that, he released his solo LP, 7220. Which included hits like “What Happened To Virgil” featuring Gunna and “Broadway Girls” featuring Morgan Wallen.

Overall, Lil Durk’s commitment to investing in the future of his community. Definitely is an inspiration to us all. Through initiatives like the Durk Banks Endowment Fund. He is paving the way for a brighter tomorrow and empowering the next generation of leaders.

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Junior Pasare Releases Visual for “Act Shifty”.

One of the Midwest’s best kept secrets, Junior Pasare delivers his new video Acting Shifty. Making appearances at events and venues during SXSW was the perfect opportunity to shoot a music video, and that’s exactly what he did.

Deezy Da Paperboy plays director with on screen cameos from Detroit Barbie, Brookly Queen, Gorilla Zoe, and Zelly Vibes. Acting Shifty is already gaining traction across the net with over 1,000 plays in its first 24 hours online.

Junior Pasare Acting Shifty Video still shot

Junior has been honing his craft for over a decade performing at some of the country’s premier events and collaborating with some of the biggest names in underground Hip Hop. These experiences have allowed Junior a unique perspective into the music industry. Those insights paired with his personal journey have provided the blueprint for growth as a man and artist.

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Acting Shifty serves as a reminder to everyone that fake friends, shady girlfriends, and flaky business partners have no place in Junior’s life. Check out the brand-new, high energy, video down below and let us know what you think.

Acting Shifty Music Video

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