African American Philanthropy

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Businessman Robert F. Smith To Open STEAM Education School In Denver | NewsOne

December 29, 2020December 29, 2020African American Philanthropy

The Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy is slated to open in 2021 — NewsOne Beyond his business acumen billionaire Robert F. Smith is known for his philanthropy and he has been dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. His latest effort is focused on leveling the playing field when it comes to STEAM education. According […]

Givly App founder talks HBCU giving challenge, philanthropy in Black community | The Grio

July 9, 2020July 9, 2020African American Philanthropy

Tiffany Williams is dishing on the importance of helping others via her tech company By Nayo Campbell, The Grio The Givly App is more than just a tech company. In 2018, the Givly App was launched by Tiffany Williams. The purpose of the app is to encourage young donors to give back. The expert fundraising and […]

Oprah Winfrey Donates $10 Million To Coronavirus Relief | Forbes

April 3, 2020April 3, 2020African American Philanthropy

Oprah Winfrey is the latest billionaire to step up amid the coronavirus pandemic. The television mogul today announced she will donate $10 million to coronavirus relief efforts. In an Instagram post, Winfrey said “I was struck by the work these organizations are doing and while everyone’s priority right now is to stay safer at home, I know […]

Robert Smith, Slayer of Student Debt at Morehouse College | Bloomberg Businessweek

December 15, 2019December 15, 2019African American Philanthropy

In May, he pledged to pay off $34 million of loans for its graduating class. [mc4wp_form id=”6042″] His commencement address in May offered the usual inspirational platitudes and advice to serve the common good. But then Smith—whose personal worth is about $6 billion, according to Bloomberg data, which makes him the wealthiest black American—followed up […]

Michelle Obama Donating More Than $500K from Blockbuster Memoir to Support Girls’ Education | People

December 5, 2019December 5, 2019African American Philanthropy, African American Politics

“My hope is that this donation will help more bold and brilliant girls reach their fullest potential,” the former first lady said

Serena Williams Builds Schools in Jamaica, Africa | Black Press USA

December 4, 2019December 4, 2019African American Philanthropy

While many deep-pocketed philanthropists and celebrities will write checks to support worthy causes, Tennis megastar Serena Williams routinely goes the extra mile. [mc4wp_form id=”6042″] In a recently released video, Williams donned a pair of jeans, workboats, a hardhat and went to work on Salt Marsh Elementary School in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica. Williams, who has won […]

‘Seeing doers doing’: A reflection on reshaping black philanthropy | IUPUI

November 5, 2019January 27, 2020African American Philanthropy

Where are African American philanthropists giving their resources, and why are they donating to specific causes? What will the future of giving in the African American community look like? Bachelor’s degree student David Johnson reflects on a Mays Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy panel event featuring six African American panelists working in various ways to […]

‘Soul of Philanthropy’: learning to be a philanthropist in different ways | Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

July 25, 2019May 20, 2020African American Philanthropy, KINDR'D ...

In 2012, six couples in Columbus, Indiana began the African American Fund of Bartholomew County (AAFBC). As part of Heritage Fund—The Community Foundation of Bartholomew County, the AAFBC sponsors discussions and issues grants in five focus areas: health awareness, education, arts and culture, economic/career development, and leadership development. “We wanted to support events and programs […]