Philanthropy
News and Updates
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.
Why Diversity Is Crucial in the STEM Workforce
Diversity in the STEM workforce continues to fall behind. See why achieving equity in the STEM field will impact generations to come.
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Reveals its 2023 Award Winner
Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights announced its 2023 Human Rights Award laureate, the Guatemalan organization Parlamento del Pueblo Xinka (Parliament of the Xinka People).
Bridging the Gap With internXL: Inequities in Internships
Learn about the inequities in internship opportunities for students from underrepresented communities and how programs like internXL are addressing them.
Winnebago Industries Partners With the National Park Foundation
Outdoor product manufacturer Winnebago Industries expanded its partnership with the National Park Foundation to support historically excluded communities.
Addressing Healthcare Inequities and Breast Care Treatment for Black Women
Robert F. Smith is dedicated to helping address inequities in women’s healthcare, including breast cancer treatment. Learn about the organizations he supports.
UNCF Expands its Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
To create more opportunities for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) is expanding its Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.