The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture seems to be on a roll with many celebrities throwing money at it, and Lebron James is the latest to do so with a huge .
5 million.
His donation will support “Muhammad Ali: A Force for Change.” an exhibit at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.
And the donation is coming through his charitable foundation and Maverick Carter, his business partner.
James told the press:
“Muhammad Ali is such a cornerstone of me as an athlete because of what he represented not only in the ring as a champion but more outside the ring — what he stood for, what he spoke for, his demeanor,” said James.
The museum’s founding director Lonnie Bunch said:
“His support will help us to continue the story of Muhammad Ali and will encourage athletes to realize how important athletics is in terms of social justice,”
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