It’s the season of giving, and GloRilla is doing her part. Big Glo returned home to her alma mater Melrose High School in Memphis on Wednesday (Dec. 17), where she surprised students and faculty members with a $25,000 check.
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The CMG rapper pulled up to her old stomping grounds to make the donation official, which will go toward educational resources such as upgrading the library center; it will be named The Gloria H. Woods Media Center in Glo’s honor.
“I always wished somebody could do that when I was younger,” GloRilla told FOX13. “So the fact that I have the ability to do it now, it warms my heart.”
Melrose High School Principal Kristopher Davis added: “We want to upgrade our system so students can be more interactive, so they can research and take their learning to the next level.”
GloRilla surprised students at her alma mater, Melrose High School, in Memphis on Dec 18, 2024 and donated $25,000 aimed at enhancing the school’s educational resources.
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Glo highlighted her achievements on Instagram later in the day, which included purchasing a piece of land in her hometown. “Bought my first piece of land in my city today along with giving back to my high school I graduated from & they named their media center after me God is good & life is great I’m so thankful,” she wrote.
GloRilla received plenty of love in her comments section, as DJ Paul, Ludacris, Kehlani, Busta Rhymes, Skilla Baby, Big Boogie and more saluted her for giving back to the community this holiday season.
Mark 2024 as a banner year for GloRilla, who topped the second iteration of Billboard‘s Hottest Female Rappers list. Her “TGIF” banger was also slotted at No. 16 on our Best 100 Songs of 2024 list.
Season of Giving: GloRilla Donates $25,000 to Alma Mater
It’s the season of giving, and GloRilla is doing her part. Big Glo returned home to her alma mater Melrose High School in Memphis on Wednesday (Dec. 17), where she surprised students and faculty members with a $25,000 check.
Surprise Donation at Melrose High School
The CMG rapper pulled up to her old stomping grounds to make the donation official, which will go toward educational resources such as upgrading the library center; it will be named The Gloria H. Woods Media Center in Glo’s honor.
“I always wished somebody could do that when I was younger,” GloRilla told FOX13. “So the fact that I have the ability to do it now, it warms my heart.”
Melrose High School Principal Kristopher Davis added: “We want to upgrade our system so students can be more interactive, so they can research and take their learning to the next level.”
GloRilla’s Generosity Acknowledged
Glo highlighted her achievements on Instagram later in the day, which included purchasing a piece of land in her hometown. “Bought my first piece of land in my city today along with giving back to my high school I graduated from & they named their media center after me God is good & life is great I’m so thankful,” she wrote.
GloRilla received plenty of love in her comments section, as DJ Paul, Ludacris, Kehlani, Busta Rhymes, Skilla Baby, Big Boogie and more saluted her for giving back to the community this holiday season.
A Banner Year for GloRilla
Mark 2024 as a banner year for GloRilla, who topped the second iteration of Billboard‘s Hottest Female Rappers list. Her “TGIF” banger was also slotted at No. 16 on our Best 100 Songs of 2024 list.
FAQs
What inspired GloRilla to donate to Melrose High School?
GloRilla expressed that she always wished someone could have made such a donation when she was younger, which motivated her to give back to her alma mater.
How did GloRilla’s donation impact Melrose High School?
The donation will go towards upgrading the educational resources at the school, with a focus on enhancing the library center and promoting interactive learning for students.
Who acknowledged GloRilla’s generosity?
DJ Paul, Ludacris, Kehlani, Busta Rhymes, Skilla Baby, Big Boogie, and more praised GloRilla for her charitable contributions to the community during the holiday season.
What accolades did GloRilla achieve in 2024?
GloRilla topped Billboard’s Hottest Female Rappers list in 2024 and her song “TGIF” was ranked at No. 16 on the Best 100 Songs of 2024 list.
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