Highness Humanity is the division of Highness Global dedicated to philanthropy, equity, and environmental responsibility. This division supports a variety of initiatives focused on vulnerable communities, women and youth at risk, and climate science. The Highness Embassy™ have been vital in supporting this division with the donation of artworks to charitable initiatives and auctions, helping raise funds for important causes.
Philanthropy is also central to the work of Founder, Amana Manori, below are some of the charities the firm supports. We invite you to learn more and consider joining us in supporting these worthwhile causes.
Highness Global is an ambassador for the Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR) and supports its major fundraising event, Bloor Street Entertains. The event brings together leading chefs, fashion houses, and supporters to raise awareness and funds to help end HIV in Canada. Highness Global also contributes artworks from its represented artists to the event’s silent auction in support of CANFAR’s mission.
Highness Global supports Finding Our Power Together (FOPT), an Indigenous-led non-profit that helps Indigenous youth access mentorship, mental-health support, and culturally grounded programming. Through community programs, leadership development, and cultural healing initiatives, FOPT works to strengthen identity, well-being, and hope among young people. Highness Global also collaborates with the organization to develop training, mentorship, and professional opportunities for emerging artists.
Highness Global supports Shelter Movers, a national volunteer-powered charity that provides free moving and storage services to individuals and families fleeing abuse. Working with community partners, the organization helps survivors, primarily women and children, safely transition to lives free from violence.
Highness Global supports The Downie & Wenjack Fund. Inspired by Chanie Wenjack’s story and Gord Downie’s call to build a better Canada, the organization works to foster cultural understanding and advance reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Its mission is to improve the lives of Indigenous communities by promoting awareness, education, and meaningful connections among all people in Canada.
The Neighbourhood Group Community Services is a social agency serving more than 45,000 low-income people and families in 30 locations across Toronto. Their services address the most pressing issues in our community: poverty, homelessness, mental health, unemployment, social isolation, substance abuse, conflict resolution, violence, youth alienation, and the settlement of newcomers. Amana Manori is a board alumni member.
Highness Global supports Polar Bears International (PBI), a leading conservation organization dedicated to protecting sea ice and the future of wild polar bears. Through science, research, and education, PBI works globally to advance conservation and inspire meaningful action on climate change.