WASHINGTON, D.C.: LeBron James is giving $2.5 million to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture to support a special exhibit featuring Muhammad Ali.
The “Muhammad Ali: A Force for Change” exhibit, which opened in September, tells the story of how Ali’s contributions transcended the world of sport.
“Every professional athlete, regardless of race and gender, owes a huge debt of gratitude to Muhammad Ali,” James said in a prepared statement. “His legacy deserves to be studied and revered by every generation. I am honored to partner with the Smithsonian to celebrate one of the most influential figures in our nation’s history who, along with Jackie Robinson and Jesse Owens, used the power of sports to advance our civil rights.