17-year-old Jake Stitt — who has cerebral palsy — had been raising the money to buy the vehicle and make his life easier. The singer listened to his story and did not hesitate to pay the 35 thousand dollars that the transport cost.
Many celebrities stand out for their spirit of solidarity and their desire to contribute to different causes, whether by publicizing a story or advocating in areas, especially monetary. This time it was Justin Timberlake who was able to fulfill the dream of a 17-year-old boy.
Jake Stitt is a teenager suffering from paralysis to celebrate being kept in a wheelchair, and while his family has strived to give him the best, the only thing he lacked was a special vehicle that could transport him. That moved the singer and he decided it was his time to help him with that $ 35,000 that they needed.
Although Jake's family had managed to raise the final amount through a donation page and various campaigns to raise the money, Justin Timberlake gave them the possibility to cover the expenses of the truck in full and they could keep the money for others. needs.
Through a call on Zoom, Justin Timberlake broke the important news to Jake and his father: “It's a pleasure. Like I said, I heard there was a goal to try and get this truck before Thanksgiving. I heard your story and saw a little news clip about it. I was so moved that I want you to have this truck. I will cover all expenses. I want you to have a good vacation. "
The singer went on to say, “ You inspire me, Jake. The 'honk if you're happy' thing, man, you gotta keep it up. You have to use this van, now you can honk all over town. " What Timberlake means by that "honk if you're happy" message is because Jake has a sign outside his so that when a driver passes by, they honk at him and he can feel them.
Regarding Justin Timberlake's important donation, the teenager told local media: "It was a blessing and God bless you." While Jake's father appreciated the action of the celebrity and assured that this new mobilization "will make their life much easier."
Justin Timberlake certainly showed his huge heart this time around.