Bravo's The Real Housewives franchise includes wealthy cast members who make philanthropic contributions by using their wealth to raise funds and awareness for charity organizations. The Housewives each work closely with foundations worldwide and actively make positive contributions to people in need through humanitarian efforts, donations, campaigns, and fundraising events. From The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, to Dallas, and New Jersey, here are the Real Housewives who are the most charitable with their wealth.
The Housewives have graciously used their platforms and devoted time and resources to help others and fund advancements in research, donations, supplies, and charitable events. Some of their charitable work and events have been featured on Bravo during episodes of The Real Housewives amid all the drama of reality tv show. The list below highlights the philanthropic contributions made by Bravo's Real Housewives who give back to the community and make positive differences in people's lives.
10 Kyle Richards, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
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Kyle Richards is recognized on the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles' list of “First Families” who have donated more than $100,000 to the foundation. She has hosted fundraiser events for CHLA and said, "I've been working with Children's Hospital for years now, and it's the charity that's nearest and dearest to my heart." She also supports the GOOD+ Foundation, Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, The Trevor Project, and donated $25k to My Hand In Yours.
9 Dolores Catania, The Real Housewives of New Jersey
Dolores Catania partnered with St. Joseph’s University Medical Center to help gather donations from friends, family, and colleagues for healthcare workers on the front lines. Dolores was able to provide 100 meals, 240 water bottles, face masks, and gloves in collaboration with Spartan Meal Preps, RX Water, and Dolce Aesthetics. She also works with The Kids For Kids Foundation’s Hamburgers for Heroes program and Oasis, a nonprofit organization providing groceries for impoverished mothers and children.
8 Kathy Hilton, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Kathy Hilton is involved with the Los Angeles Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), which advocates for abused and neglected children in the child welfare system. She became the first-ever CASA of LA Ambassador for her work and has said that the charity “is very special and near to my heart.” Kathy also raises funds and awareness for The Make a Wish Foundation, and received an award from the Starlight Children's Foundation for her philanthropic contributions.
7 Bethenny Frankel, The Real Housewives of New York
Bethenny Frankel founded BStrong, an organization aiding disaster victims with donations and supplies, including $300,000 for Hurricane Harvey and $150,000 for the Puebla earthquake. BStrong supported Hurricane Maria relief efforts by distributing supplies in Puerto Rico and delivered personal protective equipment to U.S. hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bethenny also has posed nude for a PETA billboard and supported Ukrainians through the BStrong foundation during the Russian invasion by raising over $100 million.
6 Lisa Vanderpump, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Lisa Vanderpump received the Ally Leadership Award from Equality California for her philanthropic work in support of LGBTQIA causes. Also, serving as GLAAD spokesperson, working with the Desert AIDS Project, and the Trevor Project. Lisa was recognized as a “woman of the year” by the California Legislature, who said, “She is one of our strongest advocates, and uses her prominence to advance equal rights for everyone.” Additionally, Lisa launched the Stop Yulin Forever campaign that started a movement to end the torturing of dogs worldwide and addressed Congress about the issues.
5 Yolanda Hadid, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Yolanda Hadid supports Lyme disease funding, research, and fundraising events. She received the Lifetime Achievement Award from ProHealth for Chronic Lyme Disease Advocacy and Fundraising, and was honored at the Global Lyme Alliance Fifth Annual New York City Gala. Yolanda said, “If I could be remembered for anything, it would be that I was able to help find a cure for Lyme. I also want to be known as someone who gives hope to others.”
4 Stephanie Hollman, The Real Housewives of Dallas
Stephanie Hollman works with Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Family Place, Leukemia Texas, Dress For Success Dallas, AIDS Services Of Dallas, UNICEF, and more. She established The Hollman Family Foundation to assist local high schools with renovations. She also funded 400 nights at Family Place Emergency Shelter, 40 mentoring relationships, and Christmas gifts for families. Stephanie says, "It is very important to me that I share my many blessings to the best of my abilities."
3 Phaedra Parks, The Real Housewives of Atlanta
Phaedra Parks helps victims of the Flint Water Crisis through her organization, The Phaedra Foundation, by running Camp Joy for kids affected by the crisis. She explained, "I am definitely going to be there because my name is on it and being a part of it is important to me. Yes, I’ll be there to oversee it, but I will really be a part of it and be hands-on with all of the campers."
2 Teresa Giudice, The Real Housewives of New Jersey
Teresa Giudice became involved with the NephCure Foundation after meeting Matthew, a boy who has kidney disease, and raised funds for the organization while on Celebrity Apprentice. Teresa said, "We raised $70,000 for NephCure on the show, but I'm in this for life. I will go anywhere at any time to raise awareness…I want to help find a cure for these two devastating kidney diseases that destroy kidneys, lives, and families in its path."
1 LeeAnne Locken, The Real Housewives of Dallas
LeeAnne Locken works with organizations including Legacy Counseling, SPCA of Texas, The Fashionistas, AIDS Services Dallas, and the Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS. LeeAnne is always willing to help charities she is passionate about by bringing attention to causes through emceeing, hosting, walking the runway or chairing. Leanne said, "If I help anyone make a difference and they make a difference, it's a ripple effect. Charity is a ripple effect, and that's what matters to me."