TYLER PERRY DONATES A MILLION BUCKS TO THE NAACP!

Wow! Check out this article below that I received from the Hollywood bureau of the NAACP. I'm honestly surprised that this is the largest donation by an artist in their history. That's fantastic!
I'm sorry to say I have not yet seen "Precious" but it's still in my plans. I really didn't want to see it alone, but it seems that may be what I have to do. Hope I can handle it! In other news, I'm closing out the year on a high note and continuing to write, create and produce. At the top of 2010 I'll be shooting the web series for Reality Check. But more on that later--right now, it's all about Tyler!

THE NAACP HOLLYWOOD BUREAU APPLAUDS FILMMAKER TYLER PERRY FOR HIS DONATION OF ONE MILLION DOLLARS TO NAACP
Gift is the Largest Received from an Individual Artist in the NAACP's History

Los Angeles, CA - The NAACP, the country's oldest and largest civil rights organization, announced yesterday that acclaimed filmmaker Tyler Perry has donated one million dollars, marking the largest gift ever given by an individual artist. This donation continues an ongoing relationship between Tyler Perry and the NAACP - from the NAACP Hollywood Bureau assisting in the negotiations between the Tyler Perry Studios and the Writers Guild of America, West agreement, to Perry co-hosting last year's 40th NAACP Image Awards, as part of the 100th Anniversary celebration of the NAACP.

"We are honored that Tyler Perry chose to support the NAACP," said Julian Bond, Chairman of the NAACP. "Tyler is a courageous pioneer in bringing positive images of African American culture and struggles to the screen. His remarkable journey from poverty and childhood abuse to become one of the world's most successful filmmakers and entrepreneurs is an inspiration to us all," Bond said.

"Tyler Perry exemplifies an unyielding commitment to uplifting and bringing hope to the disenfranchised and those less fortunate," stated Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP, "Both in his films and in his life, he reflects an impressive ethos of caring and conscientiousness. We are deeply grateful for his support."

"I feel so honored and blessed to be in a position where I can give to the NAACP." Perry said. "Had it not been for the perseverance and vision of the thousands who came before me in the 100 years of this legendary organization, I would not be in the position I am in today. I continue to be thankful for the tireless work of the NAACP, and I am proud to be able to help in their mission to fight for the equality of all people, and to work towards the elimination of discrimination against race."

"This is a paradigm shifting moment in black philanthropy. Here is a civil rights organization that is receiving a donation that is usually targeted only at education or cultural institutions. Tyler Perry is setting a high standard for others to follow," said Maxim Thorne, Senior Vice President of the NAACP.

"The generous gift by Tyler Perry will be used to support our Second Century Society advocacy programs on economic equality, education, health care and criminal justice" stated Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP.