Grammy award-winning star Chance the Rapper has donated $1m to public schools in Chicago.
The hip-hop artist made the announcement at a press conference at Westcott Elementary School on Monday, March 6, 2017.
This move has also prompted Michelle Obama to say to him, “You are an example of the power of arts education.”
Thanks @chancetherapper for giving back to the Chicago community, which gave us so much. You are an example of the power of arts education.— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) March 6, 2017
CPS and board of education officials have been searching for ways to make up for a $215 million shortfall in state funding after Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner vetoed an education bill in December.
"Our kids should not be held hostage because of political position.
While I’m frustrated and disappointed with the governor’s inaction, that will not stop me from continuing to do all I can to support Chicago’s most valuable resource: its children," Chance said before handing over the check to students.
Who wants to find out the other 9 Chicago public schools receiving $10,000 in funding this week 👀👀👀 #SupportCPS— Lil Chano From 79th (@chancetherapper) March 6, 2017
The rapper, a public school kid himself, thanked CPS and “everyone in Chicago” for being contributing factors to the person he has become.
On why he made the donation, Chance said: “Mainly, because this is what’s right.”
Chance described the donation as “a call to action,” for other individuals and corporations.
Chance also announced that for every $100,000 raised Social Works will donate $1o,000 to a specific high school or elementary school in Chicago.
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