Celebrities Donate to the Black Lives Matter Movement
While many celebrities have joined the marches sparked by George Floyd’s death, others have been donating to bail funds to keep protestors out of jail.
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Black Lives Matter is a movement that actively campaigns against policy brutality, racial inequality, and racial profiling perpetuated towards Black people. With the brutal death of George Floyd, this movement has seen surging support with citizens, from as many as 13 countries, marching in solidarity with US protestors. Celebrities too have raised their voices and backed up the movement with donations to bail funds and legal aid for those participating in these protests.
1. Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively
This celebrity couple made a generous donation of $200,000 to the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, America's top legal firm that is fighting for racial justice. Reynold and Lively’s joint Instagram statement carries a heartfelt message.
2. Chrissy Teigen
In celebration of whatever the fuck maga night is, I am committed to donating $100,000 to the bail outs of protestors across the country.
— chrissy teigen (@chrissyteigen) May 30, 2020
Americans have the first amendment right to peacefully protest oppression and injustice. Chrissy and I will be donating to these 3 organizations which are organizing, supporting and defending those marching for justice: @Mvmnt4BlkLives @nlgnews @bailproject https://t.co/whxOPQQuTu
— John Legend (@johnlegend) May 31, 2020
Chrissy and John Legend took to Twitter to commit a donation of $100,000 to help bail out the arrested protestors across the nation. After learning that the protestors were called “rioters” and “criminals,” Teigen doubled the donation.
3. The Weekend
SILENCE IS NOT AN OPTIONWhen you use the Black Lives Matter hashtag with the blank post you are adding to the problem instead of fixing it. You are making it harder for the world to find information and resources on Black Lives Matter. pic.twitter.com/zbTpig7428
— HXOUSE (@HXOUSE) June 2, 2020
Along with the $100,000 donation to the National Bail Out Fund, the singer donated an additional $200,000 to the Black Lives Matter Global Network. He also donated $200,000 to Colin Kaepernick’s Know Your Rights Camp.
5. G-Easy – $ 2,000
Matched my sis @Kehlani asking everyone else who can to step up and help contribute to @PeoplesBreakOak https://t.co/Fgl4JdZBgN pic.twitter.com/iIK2i9kkb1
— G-Eazy (@G_Eazy) May 31, 2020
G-Easy matched singer Kehlani’s donation of $2,000 to contribute to People’s Breakfast Oakland (PBO), a Black socialist organization. This was made in support to bail out arrested protestors in Oakland.
6. Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Thee Stallion donated $10,225.26 and every penny does count. We’re glad to see celebs support the cause, and put their money where their mouth is. Along with the donation receipts, she shared sites where people could make their contribution as well.
7. David Dobrik
YouTuber David Dobrik is known for his generosity and giveaways. He donated over $50,000 to support causes that call out on injustice and protect protestors nationwide. Dobrik confirmed his contributions to organizations on Instagram.
8. Harry Styles
I do things every day without fear, because I am privileged, and I am privileged every day because I am white.Being not racist is not enough, we must be anti racist.Social change is enacted when a society mobilizes. I stand in solidarity with all of those protesting. pic.twitter.com/45MSXAWEJl
— Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) May 30, 2020
In support of justice over killing an unarmed black man, Harry Styles takes to Twitter to show his support for the movement. He further urged his fans to educate themselves on racism and police brutality.
9. Paramore
love, Paramore .@BLM_Nashville (https://t.co/6RidhtqF33)https://t.co/kaE8YTyfTl @ACLU (https://t.co/7RjbTUouHX) pic.twitter.com/5r4q9SjhDL
— paramore (@paramore) June 1, 2020
The rock band took to Twitter to denounce racism and showed support towards the Black Lives Matter movement by donating $25,000 to organizations that include Black Black Lives Matter Nashville, Campaign Zero, and the American Civil Liberties Union.
