Philanthropy
News and Updates

HBCUs continue to need support to serve Black college students pursuing their education. Read about how some of the most prominent Black philanthropists, including Robert F. Smith, give back to HBCUs.

Racial inequality can be seen throughout the United States in workplace and educational settings. The 2% Solution could be the catalyst to solving the racial wealth gap in the United States.

The National Park Foundation has been preserving Black history and culture in our national parks for more than 20 years. This team works hand in hand with communities across the U.S. to ensure Black history is preserved and promoted at all times.

Financial literacy should be taught at a young age to help set children up for success. Goalsetter teaches kids how to properly save for the future and begin to create generational wealth.

Robert F. Smith’s gift to pay off the tuition loans of nearly 400 Morehouse College students sparked the idea to create additional funding for HBCU students via Student Freedom Initiative. This loan alternative helps support HBCU students pursuing STEM-related careers.

Robert F. Smith has worked to find solutions to the educational gap for African American students attending HBCUs. Through Student Freedom Initiative, Smith’s ideas provide students with an opportunity to attend college without the heavy burden of debt.