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.
Reflecting on the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Robert F. Smith visited Poland to honor the anniversary and noted the importance of unity.
Reflecting on the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Robert F. Smith visited Poland to honor the anniversary and noted the importance of unity.
The 2% Solution: How Companies Can Help Close Economic Inequities
Learn about how companies can financially help underserved communities and all Americans if they unite and donate just 2% of their profits over the course of 10 years.
Why Financial Literacy Is Important for Students
Financial literacy is a critical component for a healthy and stable future. Learn about why we need it in schools.
How Racial Bias in the Bond Market Impacts Black Americans
New research shows that racial bias has a significant impact on the municipal bond market. Learn more about this issue and how it’s impacting the achievement gap.
Why Do Black Communities Still Have to Fight for Clean Water?
Clean water is essential to surviving yet many Black communities have unsafe water. Learn more about these conditions and what can be done to help.
New EPA Agency Prioritizes Environmental Justice
A new EPA agency was established to address environmental racism. Learn about environmental justice and what is being done to help this issue.
Student Freedom Initiative Grows to Help Underserved Students
To help free underserved students from student loan debt, Student Freedom Initiative is expanding its program to support 34 schools. Learn more about the new cohort.
The 2% Solution: How Companies Can Help Close Economic Inequities
Learn about how companies can financially help underserved communities and all Americans if they unite and donate just 2% of their profits over the course of 10 years.
Why Financial Literacy Is Important for Students
Financial literacy is a critical component for a healthy and stable future. Learn about why we need it in schools.
How Racial Bias in the Bond Market Impacts Black Americans
New research shows that racial bias has a significant impact on the municipal bond market. Learn more about this issue and how it’s impacting the achievement gap.
Why Do Black Communities Still Have to Fight for Clean Water?
Clean water is essential to surviving yet many Black communities have unsafe water. Learn more about these conditions and what can be done to help.
New EPA Agency Prioritizes Environmental Justice
A new EPA agency was established to address environmental racism. Learn about environmental justice and what is being done to help this issue.
Student Freedom Initiative Grows to Help Underserved Students
To help free underserved students from student loan debt, Student Freedom Initiative is expanding its program to support 34 schools. Learn more about the new cohort.
