Reacting to the backlash, Cardi reminded folks that she donated $1 million to coronavirus relief earlier this year, another milli to fans through cashapp two months ago as well as donating 20,000 meal supplements to New York medical workers. “Also I got 7 uncles an 3 aunts on my daddy side,9 aunts and 3 uncles on my momma side a whole bunch of cousins I had to help cause of the pandemic ….If I want to splurge I can with out yall asking for hand outs like me and my husband don’t do so.Thank you,” she added.
When someone suggested she donate the $88K to people that need help right now, like her fans, Cardi noted that she’s already donated $2 million this year and promised that she’s doing “something very special in another country” next year. “What have you donated?” she asked. When someone else recommended she maybe just ask her celeb friends for advice on pricey purse purchases, instead of the Bardigang, Cardi pointed out that she doesn’t really have celebrity friends except her husband.
The best part? The back-and-forth turned into a force of good, when Cardi decided to turn it into a challenge that will likely help many, many people. “Okay let’s do this challenge! Since ya want to tell me to donate soo much …Drop receipts on what YOU have donated too,” Cardi said. “I will match it and donate to a organization you have donate as well.LETS START NOW!”
The rapper then promised to match any donations to charitable organizations that fans provide receipts for. And you know they took her up on her offer. Also, in case you’re wondering, she’s definitely buying the bag now.
Check out Cardi’s tweets below.
