Philanthropy

His Airness celebrated his 60th birthday in style.

This year's anniversary theme is "By Any Means," signaling the need for everything to be put on the table when it comes to achieving real justice. The theme is also a framework for long-term action that seeks to fund work that meets the moment and advances justice.

Ciara and Russell Wilson announced they’re donating $500,000 to nonprofits in Colorado annually.

NBA legend Rasheed Wallace was honored with a street naming in his hometown of Philadelphia.

Pharrell Williams’ nonprofit has teamed up with the tech company Cisco to bridge the digital divide amongst youth.

Businessman and philanthropist Robert F. Smith donated $15 million to his alma mater Cornell University to create pathways in STEM for underserved and underrepresented students.

Chance the Rapper distributed 1,500 free meals in Chicago in celebration of his 29th birthday.

The ABC sitcom ‘Abbott Elementary’ donated 150,000 meals to Feeding America.

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $12 million to a nonprofit dedicated to eliminating medical school expenses for BIPOC students.

Singer John Legend will receive The Recording Academy’s inaugural Global Impact Award for his artistry and activism.

The Black Future Co-op Fund has donated $1.05 million to Black women-led organizations on the frontlines fighting for justice in Washington.

Mogul Master P’s foundation is leading tornado relief efforts in New Orleans.