The Buju Banton Foundation Is Officially Launched

ICYMI: Reggae superstar Buju Banton has established an eponymous charity to provide for the less fortunate youth of Jamaica.

Banton, born Mark Myrie, who was released from U.S. prison on December 7th, is making up for lost time by giving back to his community. The Buju Banton Foundation’s mission is stated to ensure that at-risk youths, from newborn to 20 years old, have equal opportunities to succeed, through skills training and educational opportunities.

A statement posted on the Grammy award winner’s Instagram account stated:

“Born in abject poverty, I know what it is for a child to go without basic necessities. I also know what it is to be a youth with big dreams and lots of determination. Unfortunately, daunted and unable to achieve your destiny, due to lack of a helping hand. It is not an easy road, my children. However, Jah has blessed me. I have made it my mission through the Buju Banton Foundation, to help, by giving light to youth living in the darkness of poverty…Through provision of food, clothing, healthcare and education. Thus ensuring they too have equal opportunities to succeed.”

To support the Buju Banton Foundation click HERE. For for more info on his upcoming Long Walk To Freedom Tour, click HERE.