Killer Mike's efforts to get money into black-owned banks is focused on one of the biggest stars in the world. The Atlanta rapper penned an open letter to Michael Jordan which urges the basketball great to put the profits of his Olympic Air Jordans into a black-owned bank.

"Dear MJ #23, on the behalf of black people and cops (I have loved ones who are both) thanks for the million dollars to the NAACP & Police Orgs," he wrote on Instagram. "Now we wud like to Challenge you to send the profits of this Olympic Jordan Drop Into a Black Financial Institution. We know that with your example other Players will follow. I'm sure Jim Brown, Kareem & Bill Russell will agree. Love ya man. U truly were/are the greatest."

Killer Mike's message comes after Michael Jordan recently denounced police violence despite being famously quiet about social issues. Jordan also pledged $1 million to the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s newly established Institute for Community-Police Relations and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.

The Run the Jewels member's letter was not strictly directed at Michael Jordan though. The MC provided a reminder to those without such fame and wealth.

"Black People and Allies of black people instead of buying this or any shoe," Mike continued. "(1) Start an account with a black bank or credit union. (2) Save 300 bucks and get a secured credit card (#citzenstrustbank has a good one). (3). Charge these or any shoe, pay your bill on time building your credit. This way u r fresh as u wanna be, saving your actual cash and building your credit score. That way these shoes are a tool for your empowerment and not something that chains you into poverty. I hope MJ and Us, Do The Right Thing!"

Killer Mike has been adamant about the power involved in putting money into black-owned banks. He believes it is one of the best ways to fight prejudice in the aftermath of high profile police shootings.

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