Foundation president, Harvey Fineberg, and chairman emeritus and co-founder, Gordon Moore, discuss the Statement of Founders’ Intent with staff.
We seek and coordinate with individuals and organizations that have good ideas and the ability to execute. The success of our strategies hinges on capable grantees and we work closely with them as respected experts in their fields.
The Space Science Institute is shaping our future by enabling scientists to advance our understanding of Earth and the Universe; increasing science and technology literacy for people of all ages and backgrounds; and inspiring youth to pursue science-technology education and career opportunities. To promote learning around the solar eclipses in 2023 and 2024, the Space Science Institute is providing 5 million solar viewing glasses, in-person training workshops, kits, print resources and more to over 10,000 public libraries and state library agencies across the U.S.
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Based in San Francisco, the World Affairs Council of Northern California was founded in 1947 following the San Francisco conference that established the United Nations. Since its inception, the counci…
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