YouTuber MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is offering fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to step inside his studio. But there’s a catch: only those fans who are willing to donate a six-figure amount for his charity, Beast Philanthropy, will be granted access. However, it has limited slots and only the first 40 donors “who believe in the power of giving back” will be granted access to the North Carolina studio.
“Want a tour of the city for Beast Games season 2 and all the massive sets we’re building? I’m going to personally show around people that donate $100,000 to Beast Philanthropy!” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
He added, “I have some big charity projects I want to fund, so I think it’s a win/win.”
Want a tour of the city for Beast Games season 2 and all the massive sets we’re building?? I’m going to personally show around people that donate $100,000 to Beast Philanthropy! I have some big charity projects I want to fund so I think it’s a win/win ❤️https://t.co/MHJ9sTef2d
— MrBeast (@MrBeast) June 2, 2025
MrBeast’s studio tour: Details here
The superfans who will be invited for an exclusive three-day event from June 27 to 29 can bring up to two guests with them. They will not only be able to tour the set of Beast Games Season 2, but also meet the production crew during a private Q&A, and visit Beast Philanthropy’s food pantry.
The charity announcement comes after Amazon Prime Video decided to renew Beast Games for two more seasons. In this reality series, around 1,000 contestants compete for a record $5 million prize. The reality series has become the platform’s most-watched unscripted show with over 50 million views in just 25 days.
MrBeast’s open invitation to superfans or donors comes as his empire, valued at $5 billion, surpasses 400 million subscribers across his YouTube channels.
Here’s what social media thinks about this charity:
“Only MrBeast could turn a charity project into a game show lol like seriously who needs that much cash for a city tour? But hey, if it helps people, that’s dope. Love that high-stakes approach makes giving back a whole new level of hype,” said one social media user.
Another added, “Charity tied to exclusivity, generosity or just another status game? Worth asking: what really moves the needle?”
A third tagged Elon Musk and asked if he could borrow $100k for a “good cause”.
“Oh yes, modern philanthropy – where the rich pay $100k for a VIP tour while the poor get a 15-second clip of someone getting a free house. Capitalism with extra steps and better lighting,” commented a fourth.
A fifth suggested, “Should’ve said 1 BTC instead.”
“That’s a cool way to raise money. Obviously, not geared to me. I don’t have an extra hundred grand, nor did I finish season 1. But I would love to see your big charity videos. Thank you for helping people,” expressed yet another social media user.