The Paid In Full Foundation

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THE 2025 HONOREES OF THE

Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards

Saturday October 18th 2025

THE BELLIAGO RESORT & CASINO

LAS VEGAS • NEVADA

Tower Ballroom • 5:30PM

OUR MISSION

Over the past several decades, Hip Hop music and culture rose from a local niche New York art form into a global phenomenon. In doing so, it has created countless careers, many fortunes, and, most importantly, gave hope and aspiration to a generation of young people.

Unfortunately, many of the most impactful original artists never received recognition proportional with their exceptional contributions to arts and culture. The Paid in Full Foundation aims to rectify that through its grantmaking program, by both honoring the people who built Hip Hop and enabling them to pursue their creative and intellectual pursuits for the benefit of society.

Join us for the annual Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards, where we honor and celebrate transformational artists. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, at The Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. All net proceeds raised from this event will directly support The Paid in Full Foundation’s mission to empower hip hop pioneers and other creatives. We sincerely hope you’ll join us in this vital endeavor.

Past Honorees

Grandmaster Caz

2024

Scarface

2023

Roxanne Shante

2024

Rakim

2023

Kool Moe Dee

2024

WATCH THE RECAP

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Tomorrow, history will be made.🔥 We’re coming together to honor the legends who laid the foundation for Hip Hop—Grandmaster Caz, Roxanne Shante, and Kool Moe Dee—for their incredible contributions and lasting influence on the culture. Join us at the 2024 Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards as we give these icons their flowers and celebrate their impact. You don’t want to miss this unforgettable night! 📅 Oct 5 | 🕒 5:30 PM | 📍 Aria Resort & Casino, Vegas
The Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards are just days away! We’re bringing the biggest names in Hip Hop together under one roof to celebrate the true icons of the game. Be there to experience this monumental night! 📅 Saturday, October 5, 2024 ⏰ Doors Open: 5:30 PM 📍 Aria Resort & Casino, Las Vegas 🔗 Grab your tickets: https://paidinfullfoundation.org/ (link in bio)
The countdown begins! We’re just a few days away from the Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards in Las Vegas! Join us for a night of celebration, reflection, and recognition as we honor the creators of culture. Every ticket and every dollar supports the pioneers of Hip Hop and their continued creative journeys. The Paid in Full Foundation aims to rectify that through its grantmaking program, by both honoring the people who built Hip Hop and enabling them to pursue their creative and intellectual pursuits for the benefit of society. 🎟️ Have you got your ticket yet? https://paidinfullfoundation.org/ (link in bio) #HipHopGrandmasterAwards #PaidInFullFoundation
The pioneers of Hip Hop didn’t just make music—they gave a generation hope. But too many of these creators have gone unrecognized. We’re here to change that. The Paid in Full Foundation is committed to honoring these legends and ensuring they can continue to create and inspire. Help us build a legacy that supports the legends of the past and the future of Hip Hop. 📅 Save the date: October 5th, 2024 | Aria Resort & Casino, Las Vegas. Every ticket sold empowers Hip Hop pioneers to continue their creative journeys. Get your tickets now and join us in making history.(link in bio) https://paidinfullfoundation.org/ #EmpowerHipHop #PaidInFullFoundation
It’s time to give the creators of Hip Hop the recognition they deserve. The Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards will be a night of celebration, honoring the voices and visionaries who transformed culture. 📅 Save the date: October 5th, 2024 | Aria Resort & Casino, Las Vegas. Every ticket sold empowers Hip Hop pioneers to continue their creative journeys. Get your tickets now and join us in making history. 🔗 Tickets available on our website(link in bio) #HipHopGrandmasterAwards #CelebrateHipHop #PaidInFullFoundation

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