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.

The Moody Foundation Donated $150 Million to an HBCU
The Texas-based Moody Foundation donated $150 million to Huston-Tillotson University to support the HBCU’s students.

The Moody Foundation Donated $150 Million to an HBCU
The Texas-based Moody Foundation donated $150 million to Huston-Tillotson University to support the HBCU’s students.

The Fight to Close the Mortgage Lending Gap
The mortgage loan lending gap ultimately perpetuates racial wealth inequities.

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.

The Fight to Close the Mortgage Lending Gap
The mortgage loan lending gap ultimately perpetuates racial wealth inequities.

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.