A M&M'S x Lil Nas X collaboration is introducing limited-edition M&M's packs for that help to support the arts-related non-profit Sing for Hope. This special pack of candies unite both collaborators' mission of bringing people together through fun and music.
These packs include a custom one-pound blend of pastel-colored blue, pink and purple lentils, plus Lil Nas X's face, butterflies and heart graphics.
For each purchase of the M&M'S Packs Inspired by Lil Nas X, the iconic candy brand will donate $5 (up to $100,000) to Sing for Hope. Already, the M&M'S x Lil Nas X-inspired Sing for Hope Piano made an appearance at Radio City Music Hall as part of the artist's Montero Tour and it will be displayed at the M&M'S Store in Times Square for a limited time this fall.
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