John Mayer, Stephen Curry and Ayesha Curry, and Michael J. Fox and Deborah W. Brooks of The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research will be honored at the third annual Social Impact Summit, hosted by The Hollywood Reporter and Social Impact Fund on July 22 and presented by biopharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences Inc. The event will convene changemakers, creatives and leaders across industries to inspire accessible, impactful philanthropy by breaking down barriers to meaningful change.
“Three years in, this summit keeps raising the bar — and this year’s honorees are a big reason why. John, Steph, Ayesha, Michael and Deborah aren’t just lending their names to causes; they’re doing the hard, sustained work that actually moves the needle. In a moment that demands more than good intentions, their work is a powerful reminder of how much can be accomplished when influence is matched by purpose,” said Maer Roshan, editor-in-chief, The Hollywood Reporter.
Grammy-winning musician John Mayer will be honored as Philanthropist of the Year for his support and involvement with the Heart and Armor Foundation for Veterans Health, an organization he founded that focuses on scientific research to support veterans. The seven-time Grammy-winning artist has donated more than $5 million for scientific research into veterans’ mental health and community reintegration. His ongoing contributions have supported over 40 academic publications and over $16 million in federally funded scientific grants. The overall work has driven innovations in PTSD treatment, unique needs of women veterans, insomnia, racial disparities in mental health treatment, isolation and trauma, connecting civilians to military community and veteran leadership and continuing service.
