Megan Thee Stallion, in keeping her promise to give back to the city that raised her, announced Tuesday the launch of thePete and Thomas Foundation, a nonprofit "focused on uplifting and assisting women, children, senior citizens and underserved communities in Houston and beyond."

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The rap superstar chose her 27th birthday to make the announcement and surprised a senior citizen, a student and a cancer survivor with financial assistance. The foundation is named after Megan's parents, Holly Thomas and Joseph Pete, Jr. She calls it "easily one of the most significant endeavors that I’ll ever be part of in my career."

The Pete and Thomas Foundation will focus on three core areas: education, through scholarships, school supplies and resources to students in high-need communities; housing for senior citizens, single mothers and families impacted by financial emergencies and natural disasters; health and wellness through cancer care, mental health and food insecurity.