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.
Awe-Inspiring Images Capture the Wonder of National Parks
The National Park Foundation congratulates the winners of the 2021 “Share the Experience” photo contest and launches the 2022 photo contests for amateur photographers to enter.
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.
Hundreds of tech, business and nonprofit leaders urge states to boost computer science education
Many businesses across the country have partnered with Code.org to provide more computer science opportunities to K-12 students in the United States.
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’s Quest to Provide Opportunities for African American Students Expands with the Launch of Fund II Foundation’s internXL
internXL continues to provide quality jobs and internship opportunities for Black and LatinX innovators who don’t have the same opportunities as white students.
When Life Hands You Lemons: 3 Brooklyn Teens on What it Takes to Graduate High School and Get into College
Three Brooklyn teens attending Eagle Academies share their stories on what it’s really like to get through high school as a Black male and go onto college.
