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Giving $100,000 To A Homeless Person

MrBeast

14:44 · 31.6M views · December 23, 2018

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Major ConcernsReviewed June 2026

2Major Issues

2Moderate Concerns

1Minor Flag

This video is safe for most kids but contains heavy sponsorship and wealth flexing that may distract from its charitable message. The core content is highly positive, showing a group using $100,000 to buy supplies for homeless shelters and deliver them, which teaches generosity and community support. However, the long, embedded Dragon City ad and the focus on spending large sums of money could lead children to focus on materialism rather than altruism.

Content Breakdown · 5 Categories

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA lot

The video contains a prominent, undisclosed sponsorship for Dragon City. The creator says 'Shout out to Dragon City for letting us do this' and 'I need you guys to click the link in the description and download Dragon City,' but there is no clear disclosure that this is a paid sponsorship. The description includes a download link and mentions 'Dragon City' but does not use standard disclosure language like 'ad' or 'sponsored.' This is a borderline case—while the sponsorship is visible, the lack of explicit disclosure for a paid promotion raises concerns.

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“Shout out to Dragon City for letting us do this.”

“I need you guys to click the link in the description and download Dragon City.”

Materialism & Wealth FlexingSome

The video centers on giving $100,000 to a homeless person, which inherently involves a significant wealth display. The creator states 'I wanna use this $100,000 I have to help as many people as possible' and 'the budget for this video is a hundred thousand dollars but we only managed to spend around 50,000 of it.' While the intent appears charitable, the framing of 'giving $100,000' as a spectacle and the focus on the large sum of money could normalize wealth flexing. The video's title and premise are designed to attract attention through the large monetary amount.

See evidence (2)

“I wanna use this $100,000 I have to help as many people as possible.”

“the budget for this video is a hundred thousand dollars but we only managed to spend around 50,000 of it.”

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

The video uses emotional manipulation by framing the act of giving money as a spectacle for viewer engagement. The creator says 'THIS VIDEO IS ONE OF OUR BEST VIDEOS TO DATE, I LOVE IT!' and the description includes 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG,' which is a coercive, guilt-tripping call to action. While the charitable act itself is positive, the framing and engagement-bait language are manipulative.

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“THIS VIDEO IS ONE OF OUR BEST VIDEOS TO DATE, I LOVE IT!”

“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA lot

The video uses multiple manipulative calls to action. The description includes 'SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG,' which is a guilt-tripping, coercive CTA. The creator also says 'I need you guys to click the link in the description and download Dragon City,' which is a direct, undisclosed sponsorship CTA. These tactics are designed to pressure viewers into subscribing and engaging.

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“SUBSCRIBE OR I TAKE YOUR DOG”

“I need you guys to click the link in the description and download Dragon City.”

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentSome

The video's premise—giving $100,000 to a homeless person—is a high-stakes stunt designed for shock value and views. The creator says 'the budget for this video is a hundred thousand dollars but we only managed to spend around 50,000 of it,' highlighting the extreme financial scale. While the act is charitable, the framing as a spectacle and the focus on the large sum of money align with low-quality stunt content.

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“the budget for this video is a hundred thousand dollars but we only managed to spend around 50,000 of it.”

“We literally cleared the shelves of every thing.”

What Parents Need to Know

This video showcases a charitable effort where the creator and his team purchase supplies for homeless shelters, including diapers, cleaning products, toys, and electronics, and deliver them with genuine warmth. It highlights teamwork, empathy, and the impact of helping others. However, parents should be aware that the video includes a lengthy, integrated advertisement for the mobile game Dragon City (around 2 minutes), which may feel manipulative to younger viewers. Additionally, the emphasis on spending $100,000 and showing large checks could promote materialism or unrealistic expectations about money. There is mild potty humor (e.g., 'break wind') and some playful teasing among the group, but no strong language or inappropriate content.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you think about the way the team helped the homeless shelters? How do you think the people receiving the supplies felt?
2Why do you think the video included a long ad for Dragon City in the middle? How did that make you feel about the video?
3If you had $100,000 to help others, what would you do and why?
4The video showed a lot of money being spent. Is giving money the only way to help people? What are some other ways to be kind?

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What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is recommended for ages 8 and up. Younger children may be confused by the sponsored content and the focus on large sums of money, while older kids can better understand the charitable message and discuss the advertising.

Is there any inappropriate language or behavior in this video?

No, there is no strong language, violence, or sexual content. There is mild potty humor (e.g., 'break wind') and playful teasing among the group, but nothing that would be considered inappropriate for older children.

Does the video contain advertising or sponsored content?

Yes, the video includes a lengthy, integrated advertisement for the mobile game Dragon City, lasting about 2 minutes. The creator promotes the game and encourages viewers to download it, which may feel manipulative to younger audiences.

Is the charitable aspect of the video genuine or staged?

The charitable acts appear genuine, as the team buys and delivers supplies to multiple homeless shelters and gives checks for repairs. However, the video is produced for entertainment, so some reactions may be edited for dramatic effect.

Could this video promote materialism or unhealthy attitudes about money?

Yes, the video emphasizes spending $100,000 and showing large checks, which could lead children to focus on wealth rather than the act of helping. Parents should discuss that generosity doesn't require large amounts of money.

What educational value does this video have?

The video teaches empathy, teamwork, and the importance of helping those in need. It shows real-world issues like homelessness and the impact of community support, which can spark meaningful conversations about charity and kindness.