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Key Takeaways:

• Megan Thee Stallion raised over $1.2 million to assist training, housing and wellness by way of her inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala.
• Celebrity visitors, reside performances and unique public sale gadgets made the gala a standout cultural occasion.
• The basis’s packages have already reached hundreds, with plans to broaden assist for underserved communities.

Megan Thee Stallion’s first-ever Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala was nothing in need of a “huge success.” On Thursday (July 17), the Houston native introduced that the occasion raised over $1.2 million to assist its ongoing efforts in training, housing, wellness and group growth.

“The amount of love and generosity in the room was overwhelming,” Megan wrote in an Instagram submit. “We raised over $1.2 million to further the foundation’s work and impact!” The “HISS” artist additionally prolonged her gratitude to host Taraji P. Henson, performer Muni Long, D-Nice and Harry Santa-Olalla, who served because the night’s auctioneer.

The star-studded night time introduced out loads of particular visitors — and never simply Megan’s new boyfriend, Klay Thompson. Other notable attendees included Lil Uzi Vert, Fat Joe, Angie Martinez, designer LaQuan Smith and activist Tamika Mallory.

Those who took half within the public sale positively received their cash’s price. Items up for grabs included a personal mixology class from Megan’s personal Chicas Divertidas, a reside efficiency by the “Savage” rapper herself, jewellery from Elliot Eliantte and even two tickets to Super Bowl LX.

Last yr, Megan revealed that the nonprofit served over 8,600 people, together with college students, mother and father and senior residents. “Thank you to our 102 community partners for their collaboration and continued work to support underserved communities,” the muse wrote on Instagram. “Shoutout to the Hotties, volunteers, donors and corporate partners.”

During the inaugural gala on Wednesday (July 16), Megan and Thompson made their crimson carpet debut as a pair. While contained in the venue, she spoke with People about how they met. “I will not let you know how, and I will not let you know when, however it was a film,” she shared.