STATEMENT FROM THE SHAKUR FAMILY AND THE ESTATE OF TUPAC SHAKUR REGARDING AFENI SHAKUR Print
Written by TASF   
Wednesday, 11 May 2016 01:08

We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Afeni Shakur.

 

Afeni embodied strength, resilience, wisdom, and love. She was a pioneer for social change and was committed to building a more peaceful world.

An outspoken and eloquent advocate for today’s youth, Afeni founded the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation to instill a sense of freedom of expression and education through the arts.

 

Afeni was a deeply devoted mother, grandmother and sister. Her spirit will forever inspire all of those who had the honor and privilege of knowing her.

 

With love and endless respect,

The Shakur Family and The Estate of Tupac Shakur

 

“You always was a black queen, mama…

There’s no way I can pay you back

but the plan is to show you that I understand

You are appreciated.”

Tupac Shakur, “Dear Mama”

 



The family has received numerous inquiries on ways to honor the memory of Afeni Shakur.  What would have pleased Afeni the most would be a donation in any amount to the Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation, the foundation she created to carry forward Tupac’s vision of inspiring young people to excel in life through the arts.

Donations may be made here:

OR sent to the address below:

Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation, C/O Steve Swartz
Freedman Broder and Company
11100 Santa Monica Blvd. Suite 400 
Los Angeles, Ca. 90025