Hollywood Actor Keanu Reeves Has Secretly Been Financing Countless Children's Hospitals

Famous actor Keanu Reeves may be one of the most underrated actors in Hollywood. Unlike most stars who have “made it,” Reeves continues to treat every individual he meets as an equal. Furthermore, he consistently goes out of his way to make a positive difference in the lives of others. For example, former co-workers claim he often brought them free breakfast during a movie shoot. And recently, it was revealed that Reeves has been silently funding a children’s hospital for years.

Following Syme's death, Reeves became the primary caregiver of Kim, his younger sister. She was diagnosed with leukemia in the 1990s and battled the illness for a decade before entering remission. It was during this time period that Reeves generously gave to numerous cancer charities. He also set up his own foundation in her honor without attaching his name to it. The private foundation exists to fund cancer research and support both kids' hospitals and children's wards. Reeves revealed the foundation in 2009, during an interview with the Ladies' Home Journal. He said, "I have a private foundation that's been running for five or six years, and it helps aid a couple of children's hospitals and cancer research. I don't like to attach my name to it, I just let the foundation do what it does." Reeves had every reason to become a bitter and reclusive man in his earlier years. But, he chose to persevere and is an inspiring individual today as a result. Keanu went on to star in a variety of blockbuster films. As a result, he became a very wealthy man. But, he has never been driven by money. That's why he gives so much of his wealth away.