Steve Harvey went from sleeping in car with $35 to funding $700,000 in scholarships

In 1991, Steve Harvey was living in his Ford Tempo with just $35 in his pocket. Years later, an unexpected invitation to perform on New York’s famous Showtime at the Apollo helped change his career. Today, the television host and comedian supports young people through charitable work, with his foundation awarding more than $700,000 in college scholarships. Harvey’s journey from a struggling stand-up comedian to a philanthropist reflects the work of the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation. The organisation was established to support young people from underserved communities and single parents across the United States.A turning point at the Apollo TheatreBefore becoming a nationally known entertainer, Harvey spent three years living in his car while trying to build a career in comedy. He kept his belongings in two bags, used petrol station facilities to wash and relied on payphones to manage his finances.