BTY YoungN family to host toy drive - New Orleans community Harrell Park 11:30am

For the second year in a row, the family of BTY YoungN will host a toy giveaway in honor of the young artist's life and to give back to kids in the Greater New Orleans community. BTY YoungN was an upcoming music artist who was described as the "Next Up" from New Orleans when he lost his life to a violent attack on April 29, 2017. He remains one of the top young artists to date, having released two posthumous albums to wide acclaim. His family strives to keep his legacy alive through his music. BTY YoungN had a huge, international fan base at the time of his death that has only continued to grow by leaps and bounds. He was a hands-on artist who directed his career, along with his music team. Even following his death, he continues to receive media attention, as well as garnering sales of his projects. He was adored by many, especially children. The toy giveaway is held on his birthday and will help to further the Spirit of Giving by ensuring inner city children receive toys they may not otherwise have been able to get. BTY YoungN was a charismatic yet controversial figure in the entertainment industry. He had plans to own one of the large distribution networks in the South and he was well on his way to achieving that goal at the time his life was cut short. BTY YoungN was known to inspire the youth, making certain to instruct them to stay in school, get a solid education and be the best they can be at whatever life path they chose. His loss is still being felt by family, friends and fans around the world. He had a large following in the United States, South America and even Africa, with many of his fans continuing to post social media tributes to him weekly. His spirit continues to live on through his young son who definitely has his father's strong and well-loved personality and charm.