Iman Shumpert expressed his thoughts on the recent fatal police shootings andColin Kaepernick's national anthem protest via a lengthy Instagram post on Wednesday morning.

In the first paragraph, Shumpert explains why he used a photo of his daughter for the post. He said he doesn't know how he'll be able to talk to her about "what's going on these days between the badge and the people."

Take a good look at my daughter Iman Tayla Shumpert Jr. The moment she was born was the day I saw the world a lot different. All day I wonder how can I raise her the right way and teach her the right lessons. I can't explain to her what's going on these days between the badge and the people. The badge was made to protect us, not scare us. #stealthefear #stealfear #weprayforpeace

In the second paragraph, Shumpert says he'll be donating his time and money to foundations improving community-police relations every time he gets a steal. He also mentions Kaepernick and says, "I no longer believe taking a knee is the answer."

For each steal I’m going to donate money and time towards a foundation(s) striding to improve the struggle between the badge and the citizen. I challenge all sponsors and athletes to match these proceeds to contribute to the cause helping families affected by all the killings leaving families and communities traumatized. As big as an awareness Kap has raised by taking a knee and the bravery it took for so many to follow I also understand those that fought for that flag have nothing to do with whats going on in our society today and I no longer believe taking a knee is the answer. This news makes me sick and I am challenging myself to make a difference! #stealthefear #stealfear #weprayforpeace

Following the Instagram post, in a tweet, Shumpert tells Kaepernick to call him so they can work together.

Last week, Shumpert rapped in his new song that he'd be kneeling for the anthem, but that seems to have changed.

Shumpert's announcement that he'll donate money to charity comes after Kaepernick said that he'll donate $1 million to groups helping communities affected by racial inequality and police brutality.

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