Nas learned of
Stanley Young, an unemployed construction worker, and his eight-person family who lost their home to a fire two weeks ago. They are now living in a hotel, but their funds are running out and they need to find a place large enough to fit the family.
Nas posted to
Twitter that he was "moved by the story of Stanley Young-father of seven, now homeless." He continued: "Help me give this family a miracle."
Minutes later, Nas wrote, "This is the meaning of Community coming together. Not about me alone. Us. Spreadn love."
Nas has opened a
CrowdTilt page where people can contribute to help Stanley Young and his family,
HipHopDX reports. The target was $20,000. In less than 12 hours, the campaign has surpassed $17,000, and has now raised $30,000. Nas was the first contribute.
"We raised 30K for the Young family," the
Illmatic rapper
tweeted. "Let's keep going and raise $50K. Never stop, never settle!!
helpstanleyyoung.com.
