Hip Hop for Humanity Canned Food Drive

Piece had been looking forward to this event for weeks. When we heard about a chance to give back to the community, especially where a couple of us grew up, we jumped on board right away. The 2^nd Annual Hip Hop for Humanity Canned Food Drive was held Saturday December 10 at Store 86 in Covina, CA from 10am – 6pm. At this event anyone can bring in 5 cans of food to donate and you get a goodie bag with music and merchandise in exchange. As a music lover this is something you can't pass up! All donations go towards the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

This event was started by Angie Rodriguez, also known as Tenochtitlan, two years ago. Rodriguez has been volunteering at food banks, events and missions since the age of fourteen. While volunteering, she noticed the supply was not meeting the demand. Angie wanted to fix that, so she contacted Priscilla of Store 86 to see if they could collaborate on the Hip Hop for Humanity Canned Food Drive. Both parties were on board with giving back to the community so it was the perfect union. They want to show that the Hip Hop community is about giving back just as much as any other organization.“Real love from the community comes out,” says Killa Cal.

While volunteering, Angie would notice a decline in the quality of  the food given out as the day went on and she wanted to fix that. This is were the inspiration for Hip Hop for Humanity was born. Last year the goal was 300 lbs. and the total intake was over 1000 lbs. Priscilla and Angie agreed it was such a success last year they had to do it again this year. “Everyone deserves to eat a decent meal,” stated Angie.

Angie herself is an independent Hip Hop artist and approached other independent artists and clothing lines for donations for the event. She was taken back by how quickly artists and companies jumped on board. Artists such as Pawz, 2Mex, Sick Jacken of Psycho Realm and so much more!

 Sick Jacken says, “Community help is always good, something I always support.”

She would like Hip Hop for Humanity to be a true non-profit organization helping out the community all year round. Her goal for next year is to reach out to more corporate sponsors.

“These donations go out to people who need real help and it’s a good barter system,” Says Angie, “and it’s positive representation for a historically negative genre.”

The turn out Saturday was massive; there were lines before the event started. It’s good to see so much support for those who are facing hard times all year round. Much love to everyone who came out and supported this event!


For more info on how to get involved with Hip Hop for Humanity please e-mail Angie at: Booking@templeofteno.com

  Piece!