This year’s laureates—Martin Cabrera, Jr., Stephen Colbert, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Stefano Lucchini, and Darren Walker—will be honored at the annual Ripple of Hope Gala on December 9 in New York City.

Whether on the basketball court, the television screen, or in the boardroom, our 2025 laureates have used their platforms across finance, philanthropy, sports, and entertainment to uplift communities and champion meaningful causes.

— Robert Kennedy