Rapper 6ix9ine Gifts $25,000 to Two Families in Need

The controversial artist is using his platform to help those facing medical hardships.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 2:40pm

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Rapper 6ix9ine, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, recently gifted $25,000 each to two families in need. The first family was a couple from Ohio whose 7-month-old daughter is suffering from a rare heart condition and requires a transplant. The second family received their $25,000 donation at their home. 6ix9ine says he plans to continue these monthly giveaways as part of a new gambling app he is promoting called RainBet.

Why it matters

6ix9ine has faced significant legal troubles and controversy throughout his career, but this act of generosity shows he is using his platform and resources to make a positive impact on people's lives. The donations come at a critical time for the two families, who are facing significant medical expenses.

The details

In early April, 6ix9ine announced on Instagram that he would be gifting $50,000 to someone in need who commented on his post explaining why they could use the money. On April 11, he followed through, splitting the $50,000 into two $25,000 donations for two separate families. The first family, a couple from Ohio, has a 7-month-old daughter suffering from the rare heart condition dilated cardiomyopathy who is in need of a heart transplant. 6ix9ine flew this family to Miami to personally hand them the $25,000. The second family received their $25,000 donation at their home.

  • On April 5, 6ix9ine announced the $50,000 giveaway on Instagram.
  • On April 11, 6ix9ine split the $50,000 into two $25,000 donations and gifted the money to the two families.

The players

6ix9ine

Rapper whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, known for his controversial public persona and legal troubles.

RainBet

A new gambling app that 6ix9ine is promoting, which he says will be the platform for his monthly giveaways.

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What they’re saying

“I thought it was kinda selfish to give one family $50,000. So, I decided to break it in two and give each family $25,000 each.”

— 6ix9ine

What’s next

6ix9ine says he will continue to do these monthly giveaways as part of his partnership with the RainBet gambling app.

The takeaway

Despite his controversial past, 6ix9ine is using his platform and resources to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing significant medical hardships. This act of generosity shows the positive impact celebrities can have when they choose to leverage their influence to help others.