May 22nd 2024.
Metro Boomin, a renowned record producer, recently made a generous contribution of $100,000 to support women in his hometown of St. Louis. This act of kindness was in honor of his late mother, Leslie Joanne Wayne, who tragically lost her life in 2022 at the hands of her husband, who later took his own life. Metro's mother was his biggest inspiration and hero, and he is determined to continue her legacy by empowering other women.
In a statement given to Variety, Metro expressed his admiration for single mothers, having witnessed firsthand the immense effort and dedication it takes to raise a family on their own. He believes it is crucial to give back and support these women, who exhibit the same resilience and determination as his beloved mother.
The donations were divided equally among five women-dedicated nonprofits in St. Louis, namely Almost Home, Diamond Diva Empowerment Foundation, the Haven of Grace, the Little Bit Foundation, and Parents as Teachers. Metro joined forces with Rung for Women and Amazon Access to deliver the grants, which will assist these organizations in providing crucial support to women in need, such as financial aid for debts, childcare, and rent.
This is not the first time Metro has shown his commitment to helping single mothers. In the past, he hosted the Leslie Joanne Soiree, a gala event for 250 single mothers, which featured a performance by R&B singer and actress Brandy. This event, held in December 2023, marked the beginning of Metro's plans to establish a nonprofit foundation, with the help of Rung for Women.
Leslie Gill, the president of Rung for Women, expressed her excitement in partnering with Metro Boomin for this cause. She commended his love for his late mother, which continues to inspire him to make a positive impact on women and the community.
Aside from his philanthropic efforts, Metro has also achieved great success in his music career. His latest album, "We Don't Trust You," a collaboration with Future, debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard 200 in April. Its sequel, "We Still Don't Trust You," also claimed the top spot. In addition to this, Metro also made history as the first producer to perform at Egypt's Great Pyramids.
Metro Boomin's contributions, both in the music industry and in his community, serve as a reminder of the importance of giving back and using one's platform for good. His dedication to honoring his late mother's legacy through empowering other women is truly admirable and inspiring.
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