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.
Carnegie Hall Presented “Across The Stars: The Music of John Williams”

Carnegie Hall, of which Robert F. Smith serves as Chairman, presented renowned conductor and composer John Williams along with successful violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and the legendary Philadelphia Orchestra in “Across The Stars: The Music of John Williams” in an April gala performance.
Robert F. Smith’s Focus on Education and The Eagle Academies

Robert F. Smith has been a longtime supporter of The Eagle Academy Foundation helping young men achieve their educational dreams. Learn more about his support.
Robert F. Smith: Music Lover

Music moves the soul of Robert F. Smith, especially his love of classical composition and working with students in underserved communities.
Robert F. Smith’s Focus on Digitization at the National Museum of African American History and Culture

Discover how the National Museum of African American History and Culture used Robert F. Smith’s 2016 donation to digitize programs and how his support continues.
Preserving Black History: Robert F. Smith and the National Park Foundation

Learn more about how Robert F. Smith and the National Park Foundation work towards preserving important Black history landmarks throughout the country.
Robert F. Smith’s 2017 Giving Pledge

Giving Pledge philanthropists recognize their wealth gives them a responsibility to find solutions for a better future. Robert F. Smith joined them in 2017.
Smithsonian’s Smith Center Helps to Preserve Brunswick Co. History

Demonstrating historic preservation in action, read about how the Robert F. Smith Center at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture and the JSR-SPC Museum and Archives partnered with Virginia’s Brunswick County Clerk’s Office to preserve local African American history.
Sphinx Medals of Excellence

Sphinx Medals of Excellence are one of the highest honors by the Sphinx Organization, recognizing incredible classical Black and Latinx musicians. On March 17, 2022, Sphinx awarded three outstanding artists whose accomplishments distinguish them among musicians in the field: Michelle Cann, Randall Goosby and Karen Slack.
OP-ED: Robert F. Smith, Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Frank Baker and William Pickard Top List of Black Donors to HBCUs

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.