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Ariana Grande Establishes Brighter Days Ahead Foundation for Youth, Arts, and Community

Ariana Grande has launched the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation to expand her philanthropic work. The foundation will focus on youth mental health, arts education, and community support, starting with four dedicated funds and partner organiza

Variety Music·Jun 12, 2026·via Variety Music

Ariana Grande Establishes Brighter Days Ahead Foundation for Youth, Arts, and Community

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Jun 12, 2026 12:10pm PT

Ariana Grande Expands Philanthropic Efforts With Launch of Brighter Days Ahead Foundation

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Ariana Grande is expanding her philanthropic efforts with the launch of the Brighter Days Ahead Foundation, focusing on youth mental health, arts education and community support causes.

The Brighter Days Ahead Foundation is being launched with four different funds that partner with existing organizations including Lambda Legal, Trans Lifeline and Humanity Crew, among many others. The funds include the Protect & Defend Fund, which advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, civil rights and reproductive justice; the Heal & Dream Fund, which expands access to mental health care and community support; the Seen & Celebrated Fund, which amplifies LGBTQ+ voices and stories; and the Emergency Support Fund, which aids communities in times of need.