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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.
The Moody Foundation Donated $150 Million to an HBCU
The Texas-based Moody Foundation donated $150 million to Huston-Tillotson University to support the HBCU’s students.
The Moody Foundation Donated $150 Million to an HBCU
The Texas-based Moody Foundation donated $150 million to Huston-Tillotson University to support the HBCU’s students.
Smith Recognized for Leadership With the 2025 XCEL Award
Smith will be an honoree and join the XCEL Summit For Men in Orlando, FL. This event will offer leadership growth and spaces for powerful conversation.
Code.org Computer Science Education Resources
Strengthening STEM education and the pipeline of future STEM leaders is key to creating the thriving workforce and economy of the future. Programs like Code.org and internXL are essential initiatives to make this possible.
Seven Books That Inspire Bold Leadership
These book recommendations can help aspiring leaders gain the foundation of knowledge necessary to lead boldly in business and their community.
How Grameen America Empowers Women Entrepreneurs
Grameen America, a Southern Communities Initiative (SCI) partner organization, helps empower women entrepreneurs by providing access to capital and financial education.
Highlights and Takeaways on Global Connectivity and Innovation From the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting
Robert F. Smith shared his insights, along with other panelists, at the 2025 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.
Celebrating Women in Finance at the 2024 Girls Who Invest Inaugural Gala
The Girls Who Invest 2024 Inaugural Gala honored Robert F. Smith and Jean M. Hynes, celebrated women in finance and raised funds to advance gender diversity in the industry.
Smith Recognized for Leadership With the 2025 XCEL Award
Smith will be an honoree and join the XCEL Summit For Men in Orlando, FL. This event will offer leadership growth and spaces for powerful conversation.
Code.org Computer Science Education Resources
Strengthening STEM education and the pipeline of future STEM leaders is key to creating the thriving workforce and economy of the future. Programs like Code.org and internXL are essential initiatives to make this possible.
Seven Books That Inspire Bold Leadership
These book recommendations can help aspiring leaders gain the foundation of knowledge necessary to lead boldly in business and their community.
How Grameen America Empowers Women Entrepreneurs
Grameen America, a Southern Communities Initiative (SCI) partner organization, helps empower women entrepreneurs by providing access to capital and financial education.
Highlights and Takeaways on Global Connectivity and Innovation From the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting
Robert F. Smith shared his insights, along with other panelists, at the 2025 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.
Celebrating Women in Finance at the 2024 Girls Who Invest Inaugural Gala
The Girls Who Invest 2024 Inaugural Gala honored Robert F. Smith and Jean M. Hynes, celebrated women in finance and raised funds to advance gender diversity in the industry.