Quavo and his Rocket Foundation launch “Emergency Therapy Support Fund” after recent Atlanta shootings
Quavo Launches Therapy Fund After Atlanta Shootings
In a powerful response to a tragic surge in violence, Quavo and his nonprofit, The Rocket Foundation, have launched an Emergency Therapy Support Fund aimed at helping families impacted by a recent wave of shootings in Atlanta.
The effort comes in the wake of 49 reported shootings across just four days—from Thursday to Monday last week—leaving five people dead and numerous others wounded. Every injured victim was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital, but sadly, two people closely tied to Quavo didn’t survive.
Victims With Deep Community Ties
Among the lives lost were Aaron Hines, known to many as Coach Ball, a respected youth leader from the Offenders Alumni Association, and Deshawn Johnson, an 18-year-old who once attended Quavo’s Rocket Foundation youth camp.
Both men were deeply involved in community upliftment and youth outreach—values that mirror the mission of The Rocket Foundation itself.
The Rocket Foundation’s Mission
Founded by Quavo in 2022 following the tragic death of his nephew and fellow Migos member Takeoff, The Rocket Foundation has centered its mission on gun violence prevention, mental health advocacy, and youth empowerment.
The Emergency Therapy Support Fund is a direct continuation of that work, providing immediate mental health assistance to grieving families and trauma victims.
“This isn’t just about responding to loss,” a source close to the foundation shared. “It’s about breaking the cycle of trauma that too many in our communities endure alone.”
Rocket Summit’s Call to Action
The launch of this fund is particularly poignant given the second annual Rocket Summit that Quavo recently hosted in Atlanta. Held at the College Football Hall of Fame, the event aligned with Gun Violence Prevention Month and brought together community leaders, advocates, survivors, and public health professionals for a day of panel discussions, workshops, and solution-building.
The Summit underscored Quavo’s commitment to mental health and trauma support, themes now materializing through this new fund.
Why Therapy Access Matters in Gun Violence Recovery
Gun violence leaves more than just physical wounds. Survivors, family members, and entire communities often experience long-term psychological trauma that can manifest as anxiety, PTSD, depression, and more.
However, mental health services remain largely inaccessible, particularly in underserved areas—whether due to financial constraints, lack of providers, or social stigma.
That’s what makes the Emergency Therapy Support Fund so vital. By providing free or subsidized therapy sessions, it gives families a chance to begin healing in a structured, supported way.
How You Can Help
Quavo and The Rocket Foundation are calling on the public to contribute to the Emergency Therapy Support Fund. Donations will go directly toward licensed therapy sessions, mental health resources, grief counseling, and other community-based healing services.
Those interested in supporting can do so via Rocket Foundation’s official donation portal, or by spreading awareness on social media with the hashtag #HealingForAtlanta.
A City in Mourning and in Action
Atlanta, like many American cities, has been grappling with rising rates of gun violence in recent years. But community-driven efforts like Quavo’s are helping reclaim hope and chart a path toward collective healing.
Whether it’s through policy advocacy, direct support services, or public awareness, The Rocket Foundation continues to amplify the voices of those too often silenced by violence.
And with this new fund, they’re not just mourning lives lost—they’re investing in lives still standing.
A Broader Trend Among Hip-Hop Artists
Quavo isn’t alone in his advocacy. Across the hip-hop community, artists are increasingly using their platforms to push for gun reform, mental health awareness, and social justice.
Whether it’s Chance the Rapper funding mental wellness initiatives in Chicago or Meek Mill advocating for criminal justice reform, this new wave of artist-activism signals a lasting shift.
For Quavo, the mission is both personal and deeply communal—honoring the life and legacy of Takeoff while building a safer, more compassionate future.
This isn’t just a celebrity-backed charity initiative. It’s a heartfelt response to a city in crisis. Through the Emergency Therapy Support Fund, Quavo and The Rocket Foundation are turning grief into action, trauma into healing, and despair into hope.
If you or someone you know has been affected by recent violence in Atlanta, consider reaching out to local organizations for support. And if you’re in a position to give—financially, emotionally, or socially—your contribution matters.