Colin Kaepernick Creates COVID-19 Fund To Aid Minorities

Colin Kaepernick is looking to help in the fight against the Coronavirus.

BYAlexander Cole
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Colin Kaepernick has been through a lot of controversies over the years although if there is one thing that can be said for the former NFL star, it's that he is consistent. Kaepernick has dedicated his life to fighting for what's right and with the Coronavirus crisis ravaging its way across the United States, Kap is, once again, putting his money where his mouth is. 

This morning, Kaepernick announced that he would be launching a COVID-19 fund that would help support minority communities that have been disproportionately affected by the virus. The quarterback is starting off by pledging $100K of his own money.

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"Black and brown communities are being disproportionately devastated by COVID-19 because of hundreds of years of structural racism," Kaepernick said. "That's why we've established the Know Your Rights Camp COVID-19 Fund to help address these issues."

Kaepernick says the fund will help provide food to affected communities while also offering face protection and other materials that will help fight off the virus. Kaepernick also hopes to help people pay for essential living costs such as electricity, rent, and groceries.

This is yet another example of Kaepernick showing his charitable side and there is no denying his efforts will go a long way.

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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.