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Read the latest news about Robert F. Smith’s philanthropy as well as events and news concerning his thought leadership, philanthropic partners and charitable initiatives.

How Grameen America Empowers Women Entrepreneurs
Grameen America, a Southern Communities Initiative (SCI) partner organization, helps empower women entrepreneurs by providing access to capital and financial education.

How Grameen America Empowers Women Entrepreneurs
Grameen America, a Southern Communities Initiative (SCI) partner organization, helps empower women entrepreneurs by providing access to capital and financial education.

Highlights and Takeaways on Global Connectivity and Innovation From the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting
Robert F. Smith shared his insights, along with other panelists, at the 2025 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.

Celebrating Women in Finance at the 2024 Girls Who Invest Inaugural Gala
The Girls Who Invest 2024 Inaugural Gala honored Robert F. Smith and Jean M. Hynes, celebrated women in finance and raised funds to advance gender diversity in the industry.

How Cornell University’s STEP Is Helping Increase Representation in STEM
Founded in 1986, Cornell University’s STEP helps high school students from diverse backgrounds pursue careers in STEM.

The Importance of Black Women Entrepreneurs
Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs today, helping create racial equity in business.

Bridging the Gap: Propelling Black Pilots Into Aviation
The lack of Black pilots has prompted airlines and other organizations to develop recruiting programs aimed at increasing representation in aviation.

HBCU ELI: Supporting the Next Generation of HBCU Presidents
Harvard University and the HBCU ELI at Clark Atlanta University are empowering the next generation of HBCU leaders.

Highlights and Takeaways on Global Connectivity and Innovation From the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting
Robert F. Smith shared his insights, along with other panelists, at the 2025 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.

Celebrating Women in Finance at the 2024 Girls Who Invest Inaugural Gala
The Girls Who Invest 2024 Inaugural Gala honored Robert F. Smith and Jean M. Hynes, celebrated women in finance and raised funds to advance gender diversity in the industry.

How Cornell University’s STEP Is Helping Increase Representation in STEM
Founded in 1986, Cornell University’s STEP helps high school students from diverse backgrounds pursue careers in STEM.

The Importance of Black Women Entrepreneurs
Black women are the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs today, helping create racial equity in business.

Bridging the Gap: Propelling Black Pilots Into Aviation
The lack of Black pilots has prompted airlines and other organizations to develop recruiting programs aimed at increasing representation in aviation.

HBCU ELI: Supporting the Next Generation of HBCU Presidents
Harvard University and the HBCU ELI at Clark Atlanta University are empowering the next generation of HBCU leaders.