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Dee Barnesis reaching out for help to keep her financially afloat.
The veteran hip-hop journalist and rapper has launched aGoFundMe fundraiserin an effort to avoid being evicted from her home, she wrote in the fundraiser’s information section.
“Standing in our own truth not the definitions or the expectations is powerful, and this is my TRUTH … Yes, I did post the link to my PayPal, CashApp and GooglePay accounts asking for help because I am in the process of being evicted,” she revealed.
“This page was created as an emergency fund to stop the process and the subsequent legal fees,” Barnes explained.
Barnes is known for having been part of the hip-hop duo Body & Soul, who released their debut single in 1989, as well as hosting hip-hop showPump It Up!and, earlier, a radio show on KDAY.
“Even though I am facing extreme financial hardship, I keep my head up,” Barnes — the first female hip-hop journalist with a broadcast television series — continued on the GoFundMe page. “I know who I am, I know my worth and I know I’m not alone. Everyone is dealing with their own different struggles. Some of us less fortunate than others.”
“It may sound clichébut things will turn aroundin your favor,” she added. “This is the balance of life ups and downs, so stay strong, and count your blessings, not your problems. I have the sincerest gratitude for your help and thank everyone for your love and support.”
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In an interview withHipHopDX, Barnes explained that she was inspired to ask for help while considering the quote, ” ‘You can overcome anything in life, but you must first be willing to live in your truth.’ ”
“I realized that I had come too far and had been through too much to just give up without trying,” she said. “I had never asked for public help before, but I then remembered a long time ago while I wasgoing through the assault trial in1991 people were sending me checks for my legal fees. Inevercashed any of them — not one — but knowing I had that support kept me strong enough to continue to face each court date.”
“Right now, Iam officially homeless,” Barnes shared. “My goal with the campaign is to regain stability, which is imperative for survivors of any trauma.”
Barnes’ GoFundMe, which can be foundhere, has raised almost $14,000 since its launch on Feb. 21, exceeding its initial goal of $5,000.
source: people.com
