21 Savage's really out here for the community
Atlanta rapper 21 Savage really cares about what’s happening in his community. The hip-hop superstar’s Leading By Example foundation, CHIME and Project Backboard all teamed up for a memorable day long event of events for future generations.
21 Savage’s really out here for the community
This past week - specifically November 3 - Sav’s Leading By Example linked with the two powerhouses to celebrate the refurbishment of the Parkway-Wasbash Park basketball court in Atlanta. The event included a financial education-inspired game of horse with Sav and local high school students plus a panel discussion about financial literacy.
Chime loves the Atlanta community and the more than 120,000 Chime members who call it home. That’s why we’re excited to partner with ATL’s own 21 Savage as well as his Leading by Example Foundation, Project Backboard, and muralist George Baker to refurbish a basketball court in the Old Fourth Ward, a Zone 6 Atlanta community. The court makeover at Parkway-Wabash Park was followed by a community event that included a financial education basketball game with 21 Savage and local high school students from Booker T. Washington HS and Westlake HS, and a panel discussion about financial literacy. The event also featured a community zone where local partners shared financial literacy tips, and a Chime store where students took home prizes like tablets, swag, and more.
A few days ago, Savage hyped up the epic event across his social media handles.
It’s going dowwwwn
There is also a rundown on some of the wild and fun events Savage took part in.
Chime Buckets Basketball Challenge
Students played a special game of basketball that encouraged them to think critically about banking, budgeting, credit scores, and more. During the game, students were able to earn SavageBucks, which they exchanged for school supplies, branded material, laptops, and other exciting items.
Fireside Chat with 21 Savage
During the panel discussion, 21 Savage and Kezia Williams, a financial literacy expert and founder of the Black Upstart, shared insights about navigating their own financial well-being. Students were given an opportunity to ask questions about overcoming financial hardships and building better money habits—areas that aren’t commonly focused on in a traditional classroom setting.
Community Zone / Chime Store
After the panel wrapped, the Community Zone + Chime Store officially opened for students to use their Savage Bucks. Organizations such as Hands On Atlanta, Wealthy Habits, and Live2Create were on hand to provide the students with financial literacy resources and tools
Savage speaks on his love for basketball and the community
The rap heavyweight has since dished on his love for basketball and what this entire event meant to him along with his partnerships with Chime.
“Basketball created space for me in my childhood to compete, learn comradery, and simply escape the challenges of everyday life. I am hoping this court will allow kids in Zone 6 to do the same. When I started my foundation, Leading by Example, I was determined to remove barriers for the next generation of Atlanta because my success is shared with my community who consistently support and inspire me. Chime has been an ongoing partner in me achieving this by assisting with providing resources to students who are growing up in the same areas that molded me to be the person I am today. I am inspired by how much we have accomplished through our shared love for this city.”
21 Savage speaks on teaming up with Chime
Earlier this year, Savage explained his interest in partnering up with Chime and financial literacy.
