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McDonald's pledges $1M to Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino

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November 18, 2022

McDonald's has pledged $1 million to the newly established Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Latino, according to a news release.

"This will be the first Smithsonian Museum dedicated to showcasing Latino history and culture in the U.S.," Sandy Rodrigues, vice president of US Communications for McDonald's USA, wrote in a personal note on the company's website. "It will allow visitors to learn about how diverse Latino communities have long advanced our country's goals of democracy, freedom, and economic opportunity. Although the museum won't be open for many years, you can experience its first physical presence now by visiting the incredible Molina Family Gallery at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History."

"Our investment in the museum reinforces our longtime support of the community — not a one-off, moment in time effort, but rather building on our commitment to be that special and powerful presence that helps amplify the voice of our communities."

It's just one of many of McDonald's programs supporting the Hispanic community, such as scholarships, supporting five Latino youth organizations in Chicago and launching two creative programs.