
Renée Elise Goldsberry, best known for her Tony and Grammy-winning role as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton, has not only made a name for herself in the entertainment world but also shown a deep commitment to giving back to those in need. This holiday season, she teamed up with Wells Fargo and the nonprofit organization Breaking Ground to distribute food, gifts, and holiday cheer at 90 Sands in Brooklyn, New York. Breaking Ground, established in 1990, works to provide permanent housing and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of it. The partnership also included a generous $500,000 grant from Wells Fargo to support affordable housing in Harlem.
Goldsberry expressed her gratitude for being involved in the initiative, acknowledging the daunting nature of issues like food insecurity and housing affordability, but emphasizing the importance of showing up and making a collective impact. She hopes to inspire others to give back to their communities, not just during the holidays, but throughout the year. For Goldsberry, giving is not just about receiving during the holiday season but about making giving a larger, more impactful part of everyday life.
Her reflections on her work highlight her grounded perspective. While she enjoys being an artist, she reminds herself that her work isn’t as high-stakes as saving lives. Rather, she believes in the importance of being part of the community and showing up with an open heart, which leads to unexpected blessings.
Goldsberry continues to be a force in both the entertainment industry and philanthropic circles. After her recent volunteer experience, she took part in the Broadway opening of All In: Comedy About Love, a series of humorous short stories about the ups and downs of modern romance. Reuniting with former colleagues like John Mulaney, Fred Armisen, and Richard Kind, Goldsberry enjoys the magic of this new project and feels it reminds audiences of shared humanity, particularly in a time when divisions feel more pronounced than ever.
Her dedication to both her artistry and her community proves that Goldsberry is not just an artist on stage but a force for positive change off of it as well. The legacy she’s building, both through her work in Hamilton and her charitable endeavors, will undoubtedly continue to inspire for years to come.