In a heartwarming display of philanthropy, rap icon Drake has made a significant donation to support a remarkable charity initiative by contributing $150K to YouTuber Kyle Forgeard of the popular Nelk Boys. The latter is pushing his limits with a challenging endeavor in his pursuit of making a positive difference.
Nelk Boys’ Kyle Forgeard helps raise $330K for charity with help from Drake
The YouTube star just crushed a 100-mile marathon, raising an incredible $330K for cancer research, made possible by a massive donation from the “Hotline Bling” singer.
Kyle Forgeard of the Nelk Boys set out on an epic adventure running from Area 51 to Las Vegas, starting on January 21 and finishing on January 22, with his supporters cheering him on.
The mission behind the marathon was to raise funds for the HunterSeven Foundation, a non-profit organization based in Providence, Rhode Island. It focuses on cancer prevention and detection among United States military veterans.
The YouTuber was accompanied by a group of friends and fellow content creators as he traversed Nevada. A medical support van followed closely, positioned on the road’s shoulder to ensure his safety.
The viral broadcast garnered attention from local authorities, with police ‘stream sniping’ to check on their progress. Forgeard’s dad also joined the effort, alongside ultra-marathon runner Andrew Glaze.
As dusk fell, Kyle Forgeard geared up in reflective attire. Canadian rapper Drake then boosted the Tiltify campaign with a $150K donation, sparking applause from the runners by the YouTuber’s side. “Drake, shoutout bro,” the 31-year-old said while jogging along the roadside. “Thank you, that means a lot, bro.”
With 50 miles left in the marathon, the NELK co-founder paused at the medical van for a check-in. Foregeard stopped again at 80 miles, battling leg pain. Despite the strain on his body, he pushed on, crossing the finish line on January 22 and securing $280K for the cause.
Notably, Kyle Foregeard’s fundraiser has since raised over $330K, soaring past its $250K goal.
