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.
National Park Foundation and Melissa & Doug Help Create Collection of Toys for Kids
Toy company, Melissa & Doug, is partnering with the National Park Foundation to create fun, purposeful and nature-inspired toys. The toys are inspired by the national parks’ vast landscapes, landmarks and wildlife.
Code.org Helps to Launch TeachAI to Ensure a Smooth Integration of AI and Education
Code.org, along with several other companies, is making history by helping to launch TeachAI, an effort that will help with the integration of artificial intelligence in education.
HBCU Leaders Meet in Atlanta for UNCF’s UNITE Summit
To kick off the United Negro College Fund’s 2nd Annual UNITE Summit for Black Educators, more than 1,000 college administrators, including 40 Historically Black College and University (HBCU) presidents, joined together in Atlanta, GA.
Sphinx Organization Announces 2023 MPower Artist Grants Recipients
The Sphinx Organization has announced 15 recipients, which are various alumni of the program, for the 2023 MPower Artist Grants.
Creating Economic Prosperity for Black Businesses
Black businesses need our support. Learn more about how you can help and the organizations that are already doing their part.
New Pullman Porters Mural Funded by Union Pacific and National Park Foundation
Funded by the National Park Foundation and Union Pacific, the Pullman Porters mural on 109th and Cottage Grove in Chicago, IL, opened to the public in May 2023.
