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.
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.
Van Jones: The LA riots changed America. They also changed me
Author, political commentator and civil rights activist Van Jones delves into his own personal experience and the fallout of the Rodney King case on its 30th anniversary. Jones also comments on the state of the racial justice movement today and what still needs to be done.
Hidden Empire Film Group Brands Win Multiple Webby Awards
Robert F. Smith serves as an Executive Producer for Hidden Empire Film Group, which saw two of its brands win 2022 Webby Awards for excellence in social media content. Watch Hidden Empire’s Co-CEO Deon Taylor react to receiving the awards.
Armstrong and the Greats: Music & Images Through the Lens of Jack Bradley
On April 22nd an audience in Massachusetts were treated to a unique blend of music and photography at “”Pops, Satchmo, Louis” – The Immersive Experience.” The event focused on Jazz icon Louis Armstrong, shared never before seen images of the musician, and explained his history while current musicians took the stage.
The Passing of a Legend: André Leon Talley, 1948-2022
Fashion icon and journalist André Leon Talley passed away in January 2022. Watch Henry Louis Gates Jr., presenter of Black History in 2 Minutes (or so), interview Talley about his family history for an episode of “Finding Your Roots” on PBS.
Robert F. Smith and REFORM Alliance: Working Toward Systematic Change
REFORM Alliance is a nonprofit working towards systematic change in the criminal justice system. Learn more about Robert F. Smith’s partnership with the organization.
