Story perspectives

Meryl Streep Donates Millions to Empower Women’s History

3/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

Meryl Streep, the actress, donated a seven-figure gift to the National Women’s History Museum to expand its digital initiatives.
The museum will establish the Meryl Streep Educator Award to honor exceptional educators in women's history.
The donation coincides with Women’s History Month.
The donation reflects Streep's ongoing commitment to amplifying women's voices amid challenges to diversity and inclusion initiatives from the Trump administration.

1 of 1

Story summary

Meryl Streep, the actress, donated a seven-figure gift to the National Women’s History Museum to expand its digital initiatives.
The museum will establish the Meryl Streep Educator Award to honor exceptional educators in women's history.
The donation coincides with Women’s History Month.
The donation reflects Streep's ongoing commitment to amplifying women's voices amid challenges to diversity and inclusion initiatives from the Trump administration.