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.

STEM Publishing Disparities and the Fight For Representation
Robert F. Smith works with multiple organizations to increase diversity in STEM, however many in the field are still struggling to get their work published.

The Alma Maters of Robert F. Smith: Cornell and Columbia
Robert F. Smith is dedicated to creating opportunities for talent to rise and thrive in minority communities. One ongoing task is creating a pipeline to graduate programs and careers in STEM for HBCU students.

Yellowstone’s 150th Anniversary and the National Park Foundation
Robert F. Smith works with the National Park Foundation to conserve areas across the U.S., like Yellowstone National Park which celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2022.

Robert F. Smith’s Passion for Black History Education
Find out how Robert F. Smith is helping preserve Black history and culture through Black History in Two Minutes (or so), a series of short educational videos.

Robert F. Smith and Fund II Foundation: Helping Preserve Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
Preserving Black history is a key mission of Robert F. Smith and Fund II Foundation. Read about their work with The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change.

Investing in Our Youth’s Financial Literacy
Future generations will face higher levels of debt than ever before. It’s important to teach young people about financial literacy to set them up for financial success.

STEM Publishing Disparities and the Fight For Representation
Robert F. Smith works with multiple organizations to increase diversity in STEM, however many in the field are still struggling to get their work published.

The Alma Maters of Robert F. Smith: Cornell and Columbia
Robert F. Smith is dedicated to creating opportunities for talent to rise and thrive in minority communities. One ongoing task is creating a pipeline to graduate programs and careers in STEM for HBCU students.

Yellowstone’s 150th Anniversary and the National Park Foundation
Robert F. Smith works with the National Park Foundation to conserve areas across the U.S., like Yellowstone National Park which celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2022.

Robert F. Smith’s Passion for Black History Education
Find out how Robert F. Smith is helping preserve Black history and culture through Black History in Two Minutes (or so), a series of short educational videos.

Robert F. Smith and Fund II Foundation: Helping Preserve Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy
Preserving Black history is a key mission of Robert F. Smith and Fund II Foundation. Read about their work with The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change.

Investing in Our Youth’s Financial Literacy
Future generations will face higher levels of debt than ever before. It’s important to teach young people about financial literacy to set them up for financial success.