A GoFundMe campaign for a Georgia teen who rushed to his Burger King shift hours after high school graduation has exploded, raising over $130,000 in just under two weeks. Mykale Baker, 18, had hoped to attend trade school but faces financial restrictions.
Baker’s story went viral when a TikTok video shared by Maria Mendoza, the fundraiser organizer, revealed his dedication to his job despite being exhausted after graduation. The campaign quickly gained momentum as strangers donated thousands of dollars to support Baker’s education.
The generous donors included many who wished Baker well and urged others to invest in themselves. Baker expressed gratitude to his parents and those who supported him, saying he feels happy and thankful for the unexpected windfall.
Source: https://nypost.com/2025/05/31/us-news/fundraiser-for-teen-who-rushed-to-burger-king-shift-after-graduation-soars-to-130k