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Jelly Roll Stops by Kids’ Lemonade Stand and Drops $700

Jelly Roll Stops by Kids’ Lemonade Stand and Drops $700
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  • Riley is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, known for her engaging storytelling and insightful coverage of the genre.
  • Before joining Country Thang Daily, Riley developed her expertise at Billboard and People magazine, focusing on feature stories and music reviews.
  • Riley has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Belmont University, with a minor in Cultural Studies.

Country music star Jelly Roll, known for his soulful voice and an even bigger heart, recently stopped in West Valley, Utah, leaving an indelible mark on a small group of young entrepreneurs. During a break from his Beautifully Broken Tour, the singer stumbled upon a kids’ lemonade stand run by a group of local children. What followed was a heartwarming gesture that turned an ordinary day into an unforgettable one for these young vendors.

While exploring the area, Jelly Roll noticed the kids’ lemonade stand and decided to visit them. Without hesitation, he approached the stand, chatted with the kids, and made a purchase. But it wasn’t just any ordinary transaction. To the astonishment of the kids and their parents, the “Need a Favor” singer handed over nearly $700 for his lemonade. Wendy Gardunio, the mother of one of the children, shared her disbelief on social media, saying, “My kid and her cousins wanted to do a lemonade stand. And they had a famous singer come and buy some lemonade. Who would have thought that we would run into Jelly Roll in West Valley? And for him to be so generous with giving them almost $700!”

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This generous act didn’t go unnoticed, with American Songwriter highlighting how Jelly Roll’s charitable nature has always been a significant part of his identity.. This latest act of kindness is just one of many in his ongoing efforts to give back to the communities he visits. Beyond his music career, Jelly Roll has been deeply involved in philanthropic work. He has funded a music studio at a Tennessee Juvenile Detention Center. In this place, he once found himself and has pledged to donate the proceeds from the presales of his upcoming album, Beautifully Broken, to several important charities, including Folds of Honor and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), as noted by Billboard.

The photos shared by Wendy show Jelly Roll standing beside the beaming kids, who were thrilled by the surprise visit. With hundred-dollar bills in their cash box, the children not only earned some extra money that day but also learned a valuable lesson in kindness and generosity. “This was such a cool experience for my kid,” Wendy added, emphasizing the impact of Jelly Roll’s visit. “It’s something they will remember for a long time.”

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Jelly Roll’s actions in West Valley have further solidified his reputation as a musician who doesn’t just sing about compassion but lives it. His spontaneous act of generosity at the lemonade stand is a perfect example of how he uses his platform to spread positivity and goodwill wherever he goes. As he continues his tour, fans wonder what other heartwarming surprises he might have.

With upcoming performances in Nampa, Idaho, and Spokane, Washington, there’s no telling where Jelly Roll’s next act of kindness will occur. One thing is for sure: this lemonade stand story will be remembered as a sweet moment in his journey of giving back, reminding us of the power of simple, genuine acts of kindness.

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