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Drummer Chad Smith pledges $40,000 for a Michigan music scholarship in honor of his parents.
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.
The Curtis & Joan Smith Scholarship, administered by the Chad Smith Foundation, begins in 2026 and follows a similar gift to the University of Minnesota.
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.
He emphasized his deep ties to the Midwest and his commitment to expanding access to music education.
El baterista Chad Smith promete 40.000 dólares para una beca de música en Michigan en honor a sus padres.