Diddy Pledges $1 Million To Capital Preparatory Schools
by Site Manager
Diddy‘s streak of good deeds continue.
According to Billboard, the famed media and entertainment mogul is pledging $1 million to Capital Preparatory Schools. The schooling network will also be opening a third location in Bronx, New York. There is already one school that’s open in Bridgeport, Connecticut and another in Harlem, New York.
The 48-year-old says he knows firsthand the importance of quality education.
“I came from the same environment these kids live in every day,” he said in a statement. “I understand the importance of access to a great education, and the critical role it plays in a child’s future. Our school provides historically disadvantaged students with the college and career skills needed to become responsible and engaged citizens for social justice.”
“Mr. Combs’ commitment and leadership continue to inspire us. On behalf of the Capital Prep students, parents and teachers I want to express our sincerest gratitude for such a generous gift,” Dr. Perry said. “We know that the families in the Bronx deserve a high-quality academic alternative to their current system. In fact, 40% of our applicants to our Capital Prep Harlem school, 600 kids, have come from the Bronx so there is a real need to serve students in this area. Mr. Combs wanted to open schools to develop leaders. What he’s done with his investment is embody what we expect students to do, which is to invest their resources in our communities.”
Way to go Diddy!