Quavo recognized for efforts against gun violence, named Humanitarian of the Year.

At Variety's eighth annual Hitmakers Brunch in Los Angeles, Quavo was recognized as Humanitarian of the Year for his efforts in addressing gun violence. The Migos rapper, who tragically lost his nephew and fellow group member Takeoff in 2022, opened up about how the devastating event inspired him to become an advocate against gun violence. He shared how his grief led him to create the Rocket Foundation, a platform for promoting anti-violence initiatives, which gave him a renewed sense of purpose.

During his acceptance speech, Quavo expressed, "Losing my brother Takeoff was the worst moment of my life. I was lost and didn't know where to turn. I even questioned if I wanted to continue making music." He ended by thanking everyone who is working towards creating positive change and honoring his late brother's memory.

The award was presented to Quavo by Greg Jackson, the deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention. He commended Quavo for his unwavering dedication to tackling the issue of gun violence through the Rocket Foundation. The foundation was established in November 2022, in honor of Takeoff, who was tragically taken that same month in Houston. It focuses on supporting community-based programs that address gun violence and has quickly become a powerful force for change.

Quavo's advocacy work includes meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris during the Congressional Black Caucus legislative conference in September 2023. He also hosted the first-ever Rocket Foundation Summit on Gun Violence Prevention in Atlanta earlier this year. Additionally, he joined Harris at a rally supporting the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, a comprehensive federal gun control law, and contributed to the creation of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.

Thanks to Quavo's efforts, there has been a significant impact on both local and national levels. The Rocket Foundation launched Sparks Grants in March, providing $10,000 to 10 organizations in Atlanta dedicated to creating safer communities. Over the summer, Quavo collaborated with the Offender Alumni Association to host a music education workshop for at-risk youth as part of the Rocket Camp initiative.

The Rocket Foundation works closely with various partners, including the Offender Alumni Association, H.O.P.E. Hustlers, Community Justice Action Fund, and LIVE FREE, to find community-driven solutions to combat gun violence. Most notably, Quavo and Vice President Harris teamed up for the Atlanta Gun Violence Summit, which was a significant step towards creating a safer world for all.

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