My thoughts on the Shiloh Hendrix situation and the hypocrisy of givesendgo.

In late April 2025, Shiloh Hendrix allegedly used a racial slur against a five-year-old Black child at Soldiers Field Memorial Park in Rochester, Minnesota, during a confrontation with the child’s father, sparking widespread outrage. The incident led to severe backlash, including death threats against Hendrix and her baby, which were also condemned as excessive. Hendrix launched a GiveSendGo campaign to relocate, raising over $700,000 by May 6, 2025, with a new goal of $1 million. Meanwhile, a counter-campaign via the Rochester NAACP for the child’s family raised over $341,000 by the same date. The Rochester Police Department completed its investigation by May 5, 2025, referring the case to the city attorney for potential charges. Community protests on May 5 near the park condemned Hendrix’s actions and fundraiser, while GiveSendGo defended hosting the campaign. The incident fueled debates on racism, free speech, and online harassment, with polarized reactions.