JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Jaguars’ Cornerback Shaquill Griffin and National Hip-Hop Recording Artist Tokyo Jetz are hosting an event to give away toys, electronics and clothes to local children and families.
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The ‘Tis the Season Giveaway took place Monday, at the Agape Health Center from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The couple shared a video purchasing bicycles, scooters and more with their millions of followers on Instagram and TikTok.
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This new annual event was organized by Daniels Law Firm, a boutique personal injury and wrongful death law firm based in Jacksonville, Florida.
Owner Millicent Daniels, Esq., said the mission is to spread holiday cheer at a time the city really needs it.
Daniels said, “Since the COVID pandemic, we’ve seen the price of food and everything else increase. Also, with all the violence going on in our community right now, we wanted to do something positive to bring people together and put a smile on their faces.”
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Attendees enjoyed free food, bounce houses, music and special surprises.
Jacksonville-native Tokyo Jetz said that giving back is full-circle for her.
She said, “I remember growing up, my grandma used to bring us to giveaways around the city, so now, it feels good to be able to help other families.”
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Community Partners for the giveaway included Vystar Credit Union, II Dope Chics, LLC, Agape Family Health, Tabatha Ball, President of the Florida Chapter of the National Association of Health Service Executives and the Northside Coalition of Jacksonville.
This event was free and open to the public.
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