Big Bang Theory is giving back to their fans in the most honorable way.
The Big Bang Theory along with the Chuck Lorre Family Foundation, have founded the big Bang Theory scholarship Endowment to provide for undergraduate students in need of financial aid who are pursuing in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at UCLA. This is the first time a scholarship has been created and headed by a television series. Warner Bros. Television announced:
The Big Bang Theory co-creator/executive producer Chuck Lorre enthusiastically announced the scholarship, and said: “We have all been given a gift with The Big Bang Theory, a show that’s not only based in the scientific community, but also enthusiastically supported by that same community — this is our opportunity to give back. In that spirit, our Big Bang family has made a meaningful contribution, and together, we’ll share in the support of these future scholars, scientists and leaders.”
“At UCLA, we pride ourselves on providing opportunities for students from all economic backgrounds,” said UCLA Chancellor Gene Block. “UCLA attracts the very best students from around the world, and admission is very competitive. We are grateful for The Big Bang Theory Scholarship Endowment, whose contributors agree with us that economic standing should not hinder a deserving student’s shot at a degree from a university of UCLA’s caliber.”
With an initial donation from the Chuck Lorre Family Foundation combined with gifts from nearly 50 individuals associated with The Big Bang Theory — including series stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik and Melissa Rauch; executive producers Bill Prady, Steven Molaro; and crew — plus partners such as Warner Bros. Television and CBS, as well as contributions from other industry leaders, The Big Bang Theory Scholarship and Endowment has raised more than $4 million to date.
We’re big fans of BBT and we’re so glad that the show is giving back towards its fans who may even have been inspired by the show to pursue careers in the STEM program. What do you think of this approach? Leave your comments below.
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