A couple of weeks ago, we reported on a St. Louis six-year-old's viral message about wanting the violence to stop in his hometown. His video was a pure and heartbreaking response to the issue of gun violence in St. Louis; which studies show gun violence in St. Louis falls much higher than the national average, comparable with cities like Chicago and Baltimore.

Pusha T, who has fought hard to spread the word about prison incarceration in this country, also speaks out on gun violence in America. Pusha T saw Lil J's video posted on his mother's Facebook and was taken aback. His response was not only to write the boy a letter, but also to take action.

Not only did Pusha T write him a letter in which he set up a college fund for him, he also offered him a grand experience for the summer: a trip to Six Flags with two of his cousins, a summer camp session with Boys & Girls Club and an exclusive screening of Spider-Man: Homecoming. He also sent toys, games, and books to Lil J's home, for when Lil J wasn't at summer camp.

Thanks to @theshaderoom for introducing me to Lil J & his mom @leelee0381 >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Dear Lil J, Hi my name is Terrence "Pusha -T" Thornton. I saw your video and I'm really sorry that you are having to deal with people shooting guns and hurting others where you live. A lot of people can't imagine how hard it is being a kid where you are from, If I were you, I would be scared too. But I thought it was very brave of you to speak up and try to help your family, friends, and community. There a lot of 6yr olds all over the United States who are scared just like you and guess who their Super Hero is…YOU!! Your video really woke me up. You are a thoughtful and smart kid at such a young age already, I can tell. You spoke so clearly about something so terrible in gun violence and fear, which is something no child should be speaking about with so much knowledge. I would much rather you taught me how to play video games or build a car or about the latest comic book you read and if you think Spiderman really is better than Batman. I know I can’t solve all of your problems at once but hopefully this is a start. Hopefully other men in our communities saw your video and also realize that a 6 year old boy just challenged us all to do better. No matter where we are in life we have to look out for the youth. Since you like helping people I wanna help you. What I'm gonna do for you is make sure that you have the fun that every 6yr old should have this summer. I'm sending you, your cousins Janiya and Brandon to Six Flags Amusement Park in St Louis, I know you guys are gonna have the best time. When you arrive back, all of you will start summer camp at the Boys and Girls club. All summer long you will be learning, playing, and meeting new friends. I heard that you love Spider Man so I'm gonna make sure that you will be one of the first to see new Spider-Man movie next month!! I also sent some things to your house for the times you aren't away at camp. There are some games, books, an iPad and other toys to help you enjoy the summer and beyond. I can’t wait to hear about which books you liked better and which car was the fastest. I hope the package encourages you t

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Not only is Pusha T putting his money where his mouth is, he's blessing the youth in the process. This isn't his first time giving to the youth or looking to better the community. He teamed up with former President Barack Obama on the My Brother Keeper initiative which is a program that works to guarantee pathways to success for all children, and also supports a mentorship program for young men of color. The program called I Am My Brother's Keeper, oversees 25,000 mentors. In the end, if what you're doing isn't for the bettering of the people, then it's likely in vain.

Read the full transcript of his letter below and also remember that you can join the fight against gun violence as well.

Dear Lil J,

Hi my name is Terrence "Pusha -T" Thornton. I saw your video and I'm really sorry that you are having to deal with people shooting guns and hurting others where you live. A lot of people can't imagine how hard it is being a kid where you are from, If I were you, I would be scared too. But I thought it was very brave of you to speak up and try to help your family, friends, and community. There a lot of 6yr olds all over the United States who are scared just like you and guess who their Super Hero is…YOU!!

Your video really woke me up. You are a thoughtful and smart kid already at such a young age already, I can tell. You spoke so clearly but about something so terrible in gun violence and fear which is something no child should be speaking about with so much knowledge. I would much rather you taught me how to play video games or build a car or about the latest comic book you read and if you think Spiderman really is better than Batman. I know I can’t solve all of your problems at once but hopefully this is a start. Hopefully other men in our communities see this video and also realize that a 6 year old boy just challenged us all to do better. No matter where we are in life we have to look out for the youth. As someone who’s familiar with places not too different from where you are, please believe me your options are endless and there is so much more to the world than your neighborhood. You have your life in front of you and you should enjoy every moment of it and more importantly LOOK FORWARD not behind you or around you and worry.

Since you like helping people I wanna help you. What I'm gonna do for you is make sure that you have the fun that every 6yr old should have this summer. I'm sending you, your cousins Janiya and Brandon to Six Flags Amusement Park in St Louis, I know you guys are gonna have the best time. When you arrive back, all of you will all start summer camp at the boys and girls club. All summer long you will be learning, playing, and meeting new friends. I heard that you love Spider Man so I'm gonna make sure that you will be one of the first to see new Spider-Man movie next month!! I also sent some things to your house for the times you aren't away at camp. There are some games, books, an iPad and other toys to help you enjoy the summer and beyond. I can’t wait to hear about which books you liked better and which car was the fastest. I hope the package encourages you to learn new things and most importantly, imagine.

Lil J I want you to do me a favor and enjoy being 6 yrs old. Smile more than frown, explore without fear, learn uncontrollably, dream without limits.

P.S. I started this thing called a college fund for you…it's for when you grow up a little, you don't have to worry about it now but when you do need it, its there for you.

Love,
Terrence "Pusha -T" Thornton

Photo: Facebook/LeeLee Cheatham

PSA… PSA.. PSA RAPPER PUSHA T (TERRENCE THORNTON) BOUGHT LIL J ALL THESE GIFTS.. HE LOVES THEM ALL !! We love you Pusha and we are so grateful for men like u.. Heres LilJ message to u ❤❤❤????????????????

Posted by LeeLee Cheatham on Friday, June 2, 2017

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