Focus
The Virgil Abloh Foundation is a 501(c)(3) that serves as the philanthropic arm of Virgil Abloh Securities, the creative company that upholds the far-reaching practice, teachings and ethos of the late creative visionary, Virgil Abloh. Virgil Abloh fundamentally reshaped how we see creativity and the world around us. As the ultimate multi-hyphenate, he transformed industries, built category-creating brands and advanced equity, collaboration and inclusivity across disciplines.
The Virgil Abloh Foundation's work falls under three core pillars:
1. Archives
Manage the preservation, curation, and operation of Virgil Abloh’s archive and make it accessible to creatives worldwide, through curated educational experiences and programming.
2. Programming
Provide mentorship and educational programming for underrepresented young creatives, grants for mission-aligned organizations, and support for external partner-led and co-branded educational programs.
3. Creative Industry Impact
Harness its network and platform to promote policies and initiatives that drive greater inclusion within the creative industries and elevate leaders at the forefront of this work.