PROGRAMS
We address complex problems through grantmaking initiatives, programmatic work, investments in education & workforce development.
01
Digital
Equity
01
Digital
Equity
Improving access to devices, broadband connectivity, and digital literacy resources throughout California
With particular consideration for underserved and historically marginalized communities, we strive to close the digital divide in all its forms, creating a future in which all individuals have the broadband access needed for full participation in our society, democracy, and economy.
02
Intellectual Property
02
Intellectual Property
Spearheading a vibrant movement to spread IP awareness and ensure equitable knowledge of IP rights
We seek to democratize access to intellectual property (IP) education and understanding, empowering students, educators, budding inventors, researchers, entrepreneurs, and creators to leverage IP ownership as a means of effecting social justice and multi-generational wealth.
03
Open Educational Resources
03
Open Educational Resources
Removing the financial barrier of textbooks and other instructional materials for college students
We work to rebalance the educational content market and shift stakeholder culture towards an environment where the quality, prevalence, and use of open educational resources (OER) effectively eliminates the cost of learning materials as a barrier to student success.
04
Smart
Justice
04
Smart
Justice
Leveraging higher education as a catalytic force for transforming the lives of individuals involved with the justice system
We support rehabilitative models that can reduce recidivism and promote successful re-entry for all justice system-impacted individuals by improving access to postsecondary education, employment, and economic opportunities both in prisons and post-release.
05
Student Basic Needs
05
Student Basic Needs
Eliminating basic needs challenges as a barrier to student success
We work to support student success by demystifying the real cost of college and addressing the ever-increasing non-tuition costs that place our most vulnerable students in positions of food insecurity, housing insecurity, and overall financial instability.