Quavo is turning pain into purpose.
Following a devastating outbreak of gun violence in Atlanta that left 49 people shot and 5 dead in just four days, the Migos rapper has launched an Emergency Therapy Support Fund through The Rocket Foundation to provide emotional and mental health support for grieving families.
For Quavo, the fight is deeply personal.
Two Victims Were Close to Quavo
Among the victims were Aaron Hines, affectionately known as “Coach Ball” in the community, and 18-year-old Deshawn Johnson, a former participant in Quavo’s Rocket Foundation youth camp.
Both were fatally shot, adding a heartbreaking layer to an already tragic moment—and pushing Quavo to act.
Emotional Support Is the Priority
The new fund will provide immediate therapy access and mental health resources to families impacted by the violence.
“We need healing, not just justice,” Quavo said, urging the public to donate and help expand access to mental health services in underserved communities.
By offering emotional care in the wake of trauma, the initiative aims to address the invisible wounds gun violence leaves behind.
The Announcement Came at Quavo’s Rocket Summit
Quavo made the announcement during his second annual Rocket Summit—a gun violence prevention event hosted in Atlanta during Gun Violence Prevention Month.
Held at the College Football Hall of Fame, the summit brought together community leaders, activists, and stars like Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson (All The Smoke) for a day of urgent dialogue, healing workshops, and reform strategies.
The Rocket Foundation is quickly becoming a national voice in the anti-violence movement.
From Grief to Grassroots
Quavo’s activism began in 2022 following the heartbreaking loss of his nephew and Migos groupmate, Takeoff, who was fatally shot in Houston.
Since then, Quavo has taken the cause all the way to Washington, D.C., even meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris to advocate for systemic change.
“This is about legacy. It’s about Take. It’s about making sure this doesn’t keep happening,” Quavo previously said.
A Call for Community Healing
With the Emergency Therapy Support Fund, Quavo is hoping to not only offer critical emotional aid, but also spark a long-overdue shift in how cities like Atlanta respond to trauma.
“We can’t fix everything overnight,” he said. “But we can start by helping people heal.”
TPR Takeaway
Quavo could’ve stayed silent—but instead, he’s using his platform to demand healing, support, and change. From grassroots efforts to federal meetings, his mission is clear: honor Takeoff’s memory with action.
Want to Help?
To support the Emergency Therapy Support Fund or learn more about The Rocket Foundation, visit their official website.
