Schmidt Futures: A philanthropic initiative leveraging emerging science and technology for societal betterment.
Founded
2017
Location
New York City, NY, US
Schmidt Futures is a philanthropic initiative founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt in 2017. The organization focuses on leveraging emerging science and technologies to improve societal outcomes and benefit humanity. Schmidt Futures employs a diverse set of tools, including funding research, supporting talent development, and launching large-scale "moonshot" projects in areas such as science, technology, and society.
Based in New York City with offices in Washington, D.C., and London, Schmidt Futures operates at the intersection of talent and technology. The organization supports projects centered on specific, finite challenges that are connected to other efforts within the Schmidt philanthropic network. Through its work, Schmidt Futures aims to drive innovation and create positive impact in various fields, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the betterment of society.
