While the unprecedented nature of this pandemic defies direct comparison, recent data provide insights. NBA star Stephen Curry and his wife Ayesha are using their platform to raise funds for Feeding America. Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand have pledged $100 million to advance racial equality. His donations have focused on relief efforts to help with the economic and social impact of the pandemic. To date, the largest publicly announced donation is a pledge by Jack Dorsey, the CEO of Twitter and Square, Inc. Nevertheless, philanthropy has important roles to play in relief and recovery.
The government and business sectors have significant responsibility. Philanthropy alone cannot meet the colossal needs caused by COVID-19 and fully address the urgent calls for racial justice. It has been inspiring to see contributions from people of all backgrounds - celebrities, athletes and citizens at all income levels. Amid the wide-ranging turmoil and devastation from the COVID-19 pandemic and racial and social justice protests, there is a tremendous outpouring of generosity. This month, Giving USA announced that nearly $450 billion was donated in the United States in 2019, setting a new baseline for philanthropy before the pandemic.
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