The Paid in Full Foundation

Mission: To honor hip-hop pioneers and support their creative and intellectual pursuits through its grantmaking program.
Activities: Hosts the annual Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards to honor transformational artists.
Beneficiaries: Hip-hop pioneers and other creatives.
History: The Paid in Full Foundation was established in 2022 by venture capitalist Ben Horowitz and his wife, Felicia Horowitz.. The couple, who are long-time fans and supporters of hip-hop culture, founded the organization with the specific goal of addressing the disparity between the massive cultural contributions of early, influential hip-hop artists and the lack of financial and health benefits they often received.