Hugh M. Hefner Foundation

The Hugh M. Hefner Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1980 by Playboy founder Hugh Hefner. Its mission is to promote First Amendment rights, including freedom of speech and the press, and to support educational and cultural initiatives related to these principles. The foundation also preserves Hefner's legacy and resources, granting scholarships, supporting media literacy, and funding projects that uphold free expression. It advocates for a balanced approach to freedom of expression, emphasizing responsible journalism and open dialogue in society.