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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Whales Don't Care” is a common card of the Cancel & Dramas pack, number 30 of the collection, and the 10th best-known meme of its 117 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The Whales Don't Care” meme mean?
The catchphrase embodies unapologetic pragmatism regarding financial compromises for a greater good. It is deployed online to dismiss accusations of hypocrisy when non-profits or organizers accept money from polarizing billionaires, asserting that the end result matters more than the ethical standing of the donor.
Where does the “The Whales Don't Care” meme come from?
The meme originated on X on September 5, 2026, during the French charity gaming marathon ZEvent on Twitch. Streamer Frédéric Molas, known as Joueur du Grenier, posted an English message urging billionaire Elon Musk to contribute. When users criticized him for approaching a wealthy figure he had previously denounced, Molas shrugged off the backlash, stating that the whales do not care where the money comes from. The post was promptly captured and shared to mock moral debates surrounding fundraising.
- September 4, 2026Opening of the multi-day charity streaming event ZEvent.
- September 5, 2026Joueur du Grenier tags Elon Musk on X and posts his viral response to critics.
- September 6, 2026End of the livestream event without any public reaction from Musk.
How to use the “The Whales Don't Care” meme
- Dismissing moral purity tests when a non-profit receives unexpected corporate support.
- Reacting humorously to a controversial sponsor funding a positive initiative.
- Arguing that real-world relief outweighs the optics of where donations originate.
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The “The Whales Don't Care” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 030 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Cancel & Dramas pack |
| Fame | 87/100 · #10 of 117 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Whales Don't Care” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Whales Don't Care comes out of the Cancel & Dramas pack as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the phrase “the whales don't care” come from?
It originated from a post on X by French creator Joueur du Grenier during the 2026 ZEvent charity marathon, responding to critics after asking Elon Musk for money.
Did Elon Musk react to the donation request?
No, records indicate that Elon Musk never responded or publicly interacted with the message.
What does whales mean in this context?
It commonly refers to high-net-worth donors capable of contributing massive amounts, though interpretations vary regarding its exact phrasing.
How do I get the The Whales Don't Care meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Whales Don't Care” is a common card of the Cancel & Dramas pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The Whales Don't Care card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: ayther.fr · zevent-2026-polemiquesZEVENT 2026 : Toutes les polémiques du weekend ! | Ayther · Programme, participants, associations... tout savoir sur le ZEvent 2026 - E.SPORT.FR · ZEvent 2026 : dates, programme, streamers et places disponibles pour l’ultime édition · checked on October 7, 2026.
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