Published 12:50 IST, February 27th 2020
Dwayne Johnson is associated with various social causes, see his charity work
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is a popular actor in Hollywood. Read on to know more about his philanthropic activities and the causes that he is associated with.
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Dwayne “ Rock” Johnson is one of biggest actors in Hollywood. His constant social media activity, film and television appearances, commercials, and his presence within his community are loved by his fans. actor has real talent as well as drive and motivation unlike anyone else. He has worked his way up entertainment lder and with his unmatched charisma and charm, actor has propelled himself into true stardom. Here is a list of charity works done by him.
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Dwayne Johnson’s charity works and events
Dwayne Johnson is a spokesman of National AfterSchool Association to help children through his own Dwayne Johnson Rock Foundation. In its first year, foundation strove to assist in recovery and help children hospitalised for various medical conditions. Since n, association has expanded its mission to include education and childhood obesity prevention programs too. Apart from this, Johnson also takes time to encour children to continue ir schooling beyond high school years through special courses. Aside from being heavily involved in se two organizations, Johnson also supports Make-A-Wish Foundation and helps to organise galas for Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation. foundation provides funding for n-profit organisations which helps people's exposure and access to arts.
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Fast and Furious actor has also supported charities that work towards an end to Parkinson’s Disease and AIDS. Some of causes supported by Johnson are AIDS & HIV, At-Risk/Disvantd Youths, Cancer, Children, Creative Arts, Disaster Relief, Education, Grief Support, Health, Human Rights, Parkinson's Disease, and Veteran/Service Member Support. Moreover, Dwayne and wife Dany Garcia Johnson gave $2m in 2006 to University of Miami to name its new Alumni Center living room. Rock has also done work for associations like Beacon Experience, Boot Campaign, I Have a Dream Foundation, Kids Wish Network, Make Difference Network, Parkinson Society Maritime Region, Red Cross, Starlight Children's Foundation, and Until re’s A Cure. Dwayne Johnson has contributed in various ways to help different charities.
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12:50 IST, February 27th 2020