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flag Drummer Chad Smith pledges $40,000 for a Michigan music scholarship in honor of his parents.

flag Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith, a Michigan native, announced a $40,000 need-based scholarship at the University of Michigan on November 2, 2025, honoring his parents and supporting incoming students in the School of Music, Theatre & Dance. flag The Curtis & Joan Smith Scholarship, administered by the Chad Smith Foundation, begins in 2026 and follows a similar gift to the University of Minnesota. flag Smith, who grew up in Michigan and started his music career in the Detroit area, made the announcement during a surprise performance with the Michigan Marching Band. flag He emphasized his deep ties to the Midwest and his commitment to expanding access to music education.

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