Rihanna's Clara Lionel Foundation, named after her grandparents, is shifting its focus to philanthropy, directing funds towards climate solutions and women's entrepreneurship in under-invested regions. The foundation, which started with a contribution from Rihanna after her grandmother's death in 2012, has evolved to prioritize emergency preparedness and racial justice efforts. With a new team and refined priorities, the foundation aims to empower recipients with unrestricted funding and support community-level work. Collaborations with partners like The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation highlight the foundation's unique approach to celebrity philanthropy, emphasizing long-term partnerships and bottom-up funding to address root causes and lift up leaders on the ground.
Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/rihanna-barbados-work-new-york-grammy-b2726777.html