Tyler Perry honored with the Impact Award earlier this month by the Apollo Theater during their Spring Benefit Gala.

The media mogul was presented the award by Whoopi Goldberg , who called him inspirational.

“When we talk about inspirational people – to look up to and aspire toward – this man, for me, is that,” said Whoopi. “He’s all the things I hoped I would see when I look to ‘the best.’

During his acceptance speech , Perry who is known to be a blessing to others made a surprise contribution of $500,000.