The Compound Foundation hit Atlanta Thursday night to close out its 7th Annual “Giving Tour”, in partnership with The Boys and Girls Club of Americas Harlem location and The Children’s Aid Society. The tours proactive call to action has been creating awareness toward their objective of assisting under-privileged youth and foster care children for seven years. Compound Foundation and its founder Ne-Yo kicked off The Annual “Giving Tour” on Monday, December 2nd, 2013 in Harlem. This tour continued to Los Angeles on December 3rd, Las Vegas on December 4th and ended in Atlanta.
Ne-Yo, Founder of The Compound Foundation, discussed the vital need for “Giving”, whether of time, efforts or gifts, this holiday season. “We are proud to have our sponsors: One Simple Wish, Carol’s Daughter, Creative Reaction, Together We Rise, Hasbro, Ubisoft and Vita Coco taking part in this charitable giving effort” he said. “The items we receive from these companies will lift the hearts and spirits of the children in foster care across this country. What greater reason to give, what greater reason to tour than to uplift those who need us most.”
Over five hundred children ages 3-18 years of age received apparel, toys, footwear, electronics, skincare, bicycles, gift certificates, cupcakes, Chick-Fil-A and assorted beverages. The “Giving Tour” focuses on the true holiday experience, while alleviating pressure on families that would have had to choose between purchasing holiday gifts and necessary staples. “The Compound Foundation is pleased to support foster care and underprivileged children whose families may have limited resources during the holiday season,” said Khalilah Abdul-Baqi, Executive Director of The Compound Foundation. “The Giving Tour provides an opportunity for local communities to partake in the enormous needs of many local families and create a memorable holiday season in New York City for foster children who are often forgotten.” Ne-yo and the Compound Foundation truly brought the joy of Christmas to kids and we commend them for their efforts! Way to give back!
