Hip Hop Day of Service to provide relief to youth battling homelessness

By Big Media Agency  To recognize Hip Hop Awareness Month and Youth Homeless Awareness Month, Baltimore native, community advocate and educator, Dr. Tenyo Pearl has created the annual Hip Hop Day of Service in Baltimore City. A powerful event that merges community service, cultural education and youth empowerment, this year’s event will take place at the Franciscan Center on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.   The 2024 Hip Hop Day of Service will take place at the Franciscan Center on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Credit: Photo Courtesy of Meta (Facebook) / Hip Hop Day of Service 2024 The theme of the 2024 Hip Hop Day of Service is “Hoodies 4A Purpose.” Pearl will host a community of volunteers who will distribute hoodies to those who are in need at the Franciscan Center. The act of giving back aligns with the spirit of hip-hop—unity, solidarity, and resilience. State Senator Anthonio Hayes (D-Md.-40), will provide remarks during the event and Reverend Dr. Clifton Urquhart of Fulton Baptist Church will kick off the event with a prayer for the community. Baltimore’s DJ Focus will set the tone for the day providing a musical tribute to...