They Fund Hate, We Fund Purpose: Why the Shihoh Hendrix Incident Is a Wake-Up Call

The recent video of Shiloh Hendrix, a white woman in Rochester, Minnesota, spewing the N-word at a 5-year-old Black child has rightfully stirred anger—but let’s be clear: racists will be racist. That’s not new, and it’s not shocking. What’s truly telling is the response that followed—not just from her, but from a growing number of white supremacists who rushed to her defense… with their wallets.

In less than a week, Hendrix raised over $300,000 on the conservative-friendly platform GiveSendGo, framing herself as the victim and claiming she needed money to protect her family. Donations poured in from sympathizers, including ones using aliases like “Dylann Roof”—a sick tribute to the Charleston church shooter.

Let’s not waste time on outrage. Outrage doesn’t build power. Strategy does.

What we’re witnessing is not just racism—it’s weaponized fundraising. These donors aren’t simply “supporting a mother”; they’re sending a message to Black America: “We’ll always protect our own—even when they’re dead wrong.” But don’t take the bait.

There is nothing we can do to stop her from receiving money. You can’t legislate morality out of racists, and you can’t unplug every hate-fueled fundraiser. But you can redirect your energy:

Report her to the DOJ Civil Rights Division. Her act wasn’t just ignorant—it potentially qualifies as a federal hate crime under our civil rights laws. Let the law deal with what morality hasn’t. Identify and alert invested parties. If Hendrix is employed, receiving government benefits, or involved in licensed services, there may be professional or legal consequences for her actions. Public racism comes with public accountability. Build our own. Fund Black businesses. Start co-ops. Launch platforms. Promote creators. We’ve done it before—Black Wall Street was proof that self-sufficiency isn’t a fantasy, it’s a formula.

Let their money serve as a warning, not a distraction. Let their donations be the spark that fuels our commitment to reinvesting in ourselves. The greatest protest isn’t shouting back—it’s thriving in spite of them.

We already know who they are. They’ve made themselves loud and visible. That means we know who to watch, who to report, and most importantly—who not to imitate.

We don’t need more reaction.

We need redirection, reinvestment, and radical unity.

DOJ Hate Crime Reporting Guide (Step-by-Step)

How to Report a Hate Crime or Civil Rights Violation:

Step 1: Go to the DOJ Civil Rights Portal

Visit: https://civilrights.justice.gov/report

Step 2: Select the Appropriate Category

Choose “Hate Crime” or “Discrimination or Harassment Based on Race”.

Step 3: Describe the Incident

Include:

What happened (Shiloh Hendrix using a racial slur toward a minor)

When and where it happened (date, time, location—Rochester, MN)

Why you believe it was racially motivated Link to video (if applicable)

Step 4: Submit Your Contact Info (Optional)

You can report anonymously or provide your contact information for follow-up.

Bonus Reporting Links:

FBI Hate Crime Tip Line: https://tips.fbi.gov

Minnesota Department of Human Rights: https://mn.gov/mdhr/intake/consultation-inquiry-form.jsp