1989, Whitney, who won the reputation of "diva" in the international pop music world, established "Whitney Houston Foundation for Children, Inc." to provide assistance to homeless children, children with cancer or AIDS, and provide counseling to help teenagers realize their potential. 1In June, 1995, this foundation was awarded the "Glory Award" by the American music channel VH- 1. In addition, in addition to her busy acting career, Whitney also participated in related charitable activities of African American University Foundation, Children's Diabetes Foundation, Thaddaeus Children's Care and several AIDS prevention and control organizations.