We love a person who gives back and uses their celebrity for good. It’s no surprise to us that Ariana Grande is doing just that. The superstar has launched the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation to support youth mental health, arts education, and community causes. The foundation “uplifts and directly funds small organizations that provide protection, support, and vital resources.”
All causes that are close to Grande’s heart.
“I am beyond excited to finally announce the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation. Our mission is to support, protect and provide resources for our vulnerable friends in need,” Grande said in a statement. “Through four different funds, we will be supporting handfuls of incredible organizations that provide the safe space and care that is desperately needed by so many right now.”
She then continued, “It has been my privilege to be able to support these causes on my own over the years, and I’m grateful to now be able to expand that reach and amplify the life-saving work that these organizations do through the brighter days ahead foundation.”
THE FUNDS
The Brighter Days Ahead Foundation channels its support through four core funds.
The Protect & Defend Fund empowers grassroots groups that advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, civil rights, and reproductive justice, helping to create communities where people feel safe, supported, and have care and resources to turn to.
The Heal & Dream Fund expands access to mental health care and community support, helping people feel seen, understood, and able to heal.
The Seen & Celebrated Fund helps ensure LGBTQ+ voices and stories are heard and shared.
The Emergency Support Fund is a responsive fund that helps communities meet urgent moments with aid and resources, providing rapid support and relief during times of collective need.
If you want to help the foundation, you can. On the site, there is a Brighter Days Ahead Foundation hoodie for $100. The site describes the hoodie as “Pigment black hoodie featuring “the brighter days ahead foundation” printed on front with “funding vital efforts to support our friends in need” printed on hood and heart design printed on sleeve.
It also says, “100% of artist net proceeds from the sale of this item will be donated to The Brighter Days Ahead Foundation*”
We definitely love a person who gives back. Learn more about the foundation HERE.
