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Bruce Springsteen Performs at USC Shoah Foundation Ambassadors for Humanity Gala Oct 16, 2024

Nearly 700 guests convened for an unforgettable evening of celebration and inspiration at the USC Shoah Foundation's Ambassadors for Humanity Gala. More →

Steven Spielberg and USC Shoah Foundation Honor Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks Nov 9, 2018

Steven Spielberg, founder of USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education, and his wife Kate Capshaw presented Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks with the Institute’s 2018 Ambassadors for Humanity Award at the organization’s annual gala Monday night in Los Angeles. More →

USC Shoah Foundation's 2017 IWitness Video Challenge Offers Scholarships And Prizes Dec 20, 2016

Middle and high school students have the chance to win scholarships of up to $5,000 – and additional money for their educators and schools – by entering the fourth annual IWitness Video Challenge hosted by USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education. More →

Steven Spielberg Honors George Lucas And Mellody Hobson With 2016 Ambassador For Humanity Award Dec 12, 2016

Steven Spielberg, founder of USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education, presented Mellody Hobson and George Lucas with the Institute’s 2016 Ambassador for Humanity Award at the organization’s annual gala last week. More →

Join USC Shoah Foundation In Fighting Intolerance And Hatred At Annual Fundraising Gala Nov 18, 2016

USC Shoah Foundation is offering one member of the public and a guest the chance to attend its Ambassadors for Humanity Gala in December. More →

Steven Spielberg And USC Shoah Foundation To Honor George Lucas Nov 7, 2016

Steven Spielberg, founder of USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education, will present Mellody Hobson and George Lucas with the Institute’s 2016 Ambassador for Humanity Award at the organization’s annual gala, to be held this year in Los Angeles on Dec. 8, 2016. More →

USC Shoah Foundation Announces 2016 IWitness Video Challenge Jan 21, 2016

Middle and high school students have the chance to win scholarships of up to $5,000 – and additional money for their educators and schools – by entering the third annual IWitness Video Challenge hosted by USC Shoah Foundation - The Institute for Visual History and Education. More →

Presidential Medal Of Freedom Honorees Announced Nov 19, 2015

President Barack Obama has named seventeen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. More →

Steven Spielberg, Halle Berry And Steve Carell To Attend USC Shoah Foundation Gala Sep 4, 2015

On Sept. 10, 2015, Steven Spielberg will present William Clay Ford Jr., executive chairman of Ford Motor Company, with USC Shoah Foundation's highest honor — the Ambassador for Humanity Award –– at the organization’s annual gala. More →

Steven Spielberg And USC Shoah Foundation Announce Ambassadors For Humanity Gala May 20, 2015

Steven Spielberg, founder of USC Shoah Foundation Institute – The Institute for Visual History and Education, will present William Clay Ford, Jr., executive chairman of Ford Motor Company, with the Institute’s Ambassador for Humanity Award at the organization’s annual gala, taking place this year in Detroit on Sept. 10. More →

USC Shoah Foundation Announces 2015 IWitness Video Challenge Sep 11, 2014

Secondary school students have the chance to win a trip to Los Angeles by entering the second annual IWitness Video Challenge hosted by USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education. More →

Bruce Springsteen To Join Barack Obama And Steven Spielberg At Ambassadors For Humanity Gala Apr 16, 2014

Bruce Springsteen will perform at the USC Shoah Foundation Institute's 20th anniversary Ambassadors for Humanity gala on May 7, 2014 in Los Angeles. More →

Paul McCartney Kicks Off Everyone Matters Day Campaign Mar 26, 2014

As London, Los Angeles, Dublin, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Memphis, Dallas and other cities in the U.S. and the globe get set for the 1st Everyone Matters Day on April 2, Sir Paul McCartney has kicked off the #IAM campaign with his selfie affirming: “I AM A SCOUSER.” More →

USC Shoah Foundation & Steven Spielberg to Host Barack Obama at 20th Anniversary Gala‏ Mar 24, 2014

On May 7, 2014, USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education will gather in Los Angeles for its 20th Anniversary Ambassadors for Humanity Gala. More →

Audrey Hepburn's Son Joins Everyone Matters Campaign Mar 10, 2014

Sean Hepburn Ferrer – Chair of UNICEF'S Audrey Hepburn Society and the son of actress Audrey Hepburn – is the latest public figure to join the growing global Everyone Matters campaign, which advocates for everyone’s right to be who they are, without judgment, shame or attack. More →

Hugh Jackman Takes Selfie For Everyone Matters Campaign Feb 17, 2014

As Everyone Matters leads up to its inaugural global “Everyone Matters Day” on April 2, Hugh Jackman kicked off its “I Am!” campaign to own and affirm WHO WE ARE, AS WE ARE. More →

Steven Spielberg To Be Awarded 2014 Lincoln Leadership Prize Jan 29, 2014

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Foundation has announced that it will award its prestigious Lincoln Leadership Prize to renowned filmmaker Steven Spielberg during a special dinner at the Hilton Chicago on Wednesday, March 19. More →

Steven Spielberg Speaks At United Nations Holocaust Memorial Ceremony Jan 27, 2014

Steven Spielberg delivered the keynote address on the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust in New York today. More →

Steven Spielberg Marks 20th Anniversary Of Schindler's List With Charity Screenings Jul 30, 2013

The 20th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's epic film Schindler’s List (meticulously restored under his personal supervision) will be marked with a series of special screenings to benefit the USC Shoah Foundation - The Institute for Visual History and Education. More →

Steven Spielberg Launches IWitness Video Challenge Mar 1, 2013

USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education today invited middle and high school students attending public, private or home schools in the U.S. and Canada to take up its IWitness Video Challenge. More →

Steven Spielberg To Present Disney CEO With Humanity Award Jun 4, 2012

Steven Spielberg, Founder of the USC Shoah Foundation Institute, will present Robert A. Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, with the USC Shoah Foundation Institute’s highest honor, the Ambassador for Humanity Award. More →

Steven Spielberg Honors Father With Charity Inspiration Award May 2, 2012

Arnold Spielberg, father of USC Shoah Foundation Institute Founder Steven Spielberg, was honored last week with the Institute’s inaugural Inspiration Award at a private luncheon in Los Angeles. Arnold was recognized for his many years of mentorship and support of the Institute’s work, especially in the area of humanity through technology. More →

Steven Spielberg To Honor Dreamworks CEO With Humanity Award Nov 15, 2010

On December 9, 2010, Steven Spielberg, founder of the USC Shoah Foundation Institute, will present Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation and longtime philanthropist, with the USC Shoah Foundation Institute’s highest honor, the Ambassadors for Humanity Award. More →