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Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s foundation hits $100 million milestone
Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s foundation hits $100 million milestone
The Story in Brief
The Story in Brief
Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors star, and his wife Ayesha Curry have announced their foundation Eat. Learn. Play has crossed $100 million in investments over seven years. The foundation, focused on Oakland, says it has distributed 35 million meals, tutored 7,500 students and transformed 24 schoolyards. The Currys said in a statement: 'Every kid deserves more.'
In an interview, Stephen Curry said the foundation aims to lessen the literacy gap in underserved minority communities. He highlighted one-on-one tutoring and the third-grade reading level as key targets. The couple plan to continue expanding their work despite their busy schedules.
The Indian Opinion
Celebrity philanthropy often invites scepticism, but the Currys have put out hard numbers: 35 million meals, 7,500 students, 24 schoolyards. In India, where corporate social responsibility is mandatory but impact unclear, such transparency is rare. The real test will be whether Oakland's graduation rates rise, as Stephen Curry hopes. Numbers alone do not change lives, sustained outcomes do.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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