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Kodak Black and his deep-rooted dedication to his hometown in Florida has officially been recognized.
The Pompano Beach native was awarded the Key to the City, a recognition of his long-running philanthropic work and unwavering commitment to his community. While Kodak’s public image has often sparked national headlines, local officials emphasized a different narrative—one rooted in care, consistency, and giving back.
Over the years, Kodak has quietly funneled time and resources into the community that shaped him. He’s paid rent for over 200 families during hard times—not once, but twice. In the brutal South Florida heat, he donated air conditioning units to residents without reliable cooling. Holidays? He’s delivered Christmas gifts and Thanksgiving turkeys across neighborhoods that still feel like home to him.
Earlier this summer, he returned to Blanche Ely High School, his alma mater, to host a Father’s Day Jeep Tailgate, celebrating Black fatherhood and creating space for joy. And for the past three years, he’s put on Kodak Black Day—an annual, self-funded event that centers community healing and honors local veterans.
“An individual whose journey from these very streets to international acclaim has been remarkable, but whose heart has never left this community,” said Pompano Beach Mayor Rex Hardin. He added that Kodak’s generosity often flies under the radar by design, with no media spectacle—just action.
“You have to go through it to grow through it,” Kodak said during the ceremony, reflecting on his past. Local leaders echoed that sentiment, noting that his growth, humility, and consistent giving are a testament to the man behind the music. And for many in Pompano Beach, his growth is not only visible—it’s impactful.
