The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is dedicated to empowering leaders from academia, government, technology, and nonprofit sectors to address societal challenges effectively. By engaging directly with communities, the organization focuses on understanding local issues through the insights of those who experience them daily. This collaborative approach enables the Initiative to identify problems and opportunities, facilitating rapid learning and adaptation as they work toward achieving their long-term goals. Through these partnerships, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative aims to foster innovation and drive positive change in society.
Global Genes is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for individuals affected by rare diseases. It provides essential information, resources, and connections to support patients and their families. The organization focuses on public and physician education, fostering community engagement through social media, and promoting research initiatives aimed at overcoming the challenges associated with rare diseases. By raising awareness and facilitating collaboration, Global Genes plays a crucial role in the search for effective treatments and cures for these conditions.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Grant in 2025
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is the hub for cancer-related research, diagnosis, and treatment.
Cures Within Reach
Grant in 2024
Cures Within Reach repurposes research to improve patient outcomes quickly and affordably. They create treatments for serious unmet needs by testing existing drugs and devices for additional uses.
Citizen Health
Seed Round in 2024
Over 350+ million people worldwide are affected by one of the 10,000+ rare diseases of which 95% do not have a single treatment available. Through our AI-powered platform, we liberate and structure data to radically improve rare and complex disease treatment, widen access to expert care, and revolutionize the development of new medicines at a fraction of the speed previously proven possible. Patients can share their health data across our multi-sided platform with caregivers, providers and researchers to illuminate better treatment and support options, while bringing therapies to patients faster. We support thousands of patients, work with a rapidly growing network of patient advocacy organizations, and innovate with leading biopharma organizations to accelerate therapies, always ensuring patients remain at the center.
Eruditus Executive Education
Series F in 2024
Eruditus Executive Education Pvt. Ltd. is a provider of executive education programs aimed at mid-career professionals. Founded in 2010 and based in Mumbai, India, the company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Dubai and Singapore. Eruditus collaborates with over 30 prestigious universities, such as MIT, Harvard, and INSEAD, to offer a diverse portfolio of management courses, workshops, and custom programs. These programs are designed to develop leadership skills and are available in various formats, including online and in-person sessions, catering to corporate clients and professionals from more than 80 countries. With a focus on accessibility, many courses are offered in multiple languages, enabling a broader reach for learners seeking to enhance their knowledge and advance their careers.
Beep Saúde
Venture Round in 2024
Beep Sade provides a healthcare app that allows users to schedule laboratory tests or vaccines from the comfort of their own home. Everything is done through the application, which takes up to 3 minutes and does not require a household fee. In 2016, the company launched in Rio de Janeiro.
Sound Agriculture
Series D in 2022
Sound Agriculture Company develops innovative crop protection and enhancement products aimed at improving agricultural yields and farm revenues while addressing challenges such as drought. The company offers Source, a solution that enhances in-season nutrient uptake by unlocking existing nitrogen and phosphorus in the soil, thereby helping growers optimize crop performance sustainably. Additionally, Sound Agriculture focuses on improving photosynthesis, water capture, and crop efficiency, contributing to healthier and more flavorful food while reducing waste. Founded in 2012 and based in Emeryville, California, the company employs molecular discovery and life science approaches to create climate-resilient crops, ultimately enhancing productivity for farmers. Originally known as Asilomar Bio, Inc., it rebranded to Sound Agriculture Company in September 2018.
ALPFA
Grant in 2022
ALPFA is a professional association. They offer professional development and career-building opportunities. Their career center provides a portal for the partners to connect with senior professionals.
Beep Saúde
Series C in 2022
Beep Sade provides a healthcare app that allows users to schedule laboratory tests or vaccines from the comfort of their own home. Everything is done through the application, which takes up to 3 minutes and does not require a household fee. In 2016, the company launched in Rio de Janeiro.
BioRxiv
Grant in 2022
BioRxiv (pronounced "bio-archive") is a free online archive and distribution service for unpublished preprints in the life sciences. It is operated by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a not-for-profit research and educational institution. By posting preprints on bioRxiv, authors are able to make their findings immediately available to the scientific community and receive feedback on draft manuscripts before they are submitted to journals.
medRxiv
Grant in 2022
medRxiv is an Internet site distributing unpublished eprints about health sciences.
co:census
Seed Round in 2022
Co:census is a developer of survey and polling software aimed at collecting and analyzing public sentiments for government agencies. Its main product, an Enterprise SaaS solution, enables researchers and designers to transform feedback into actionable insights. The platform offers features such as language translations for inclusivity, SMS-based surveys to engage constituents, and data integration tools. Additionally, it provides capabilities to convert narrative-based data into usable information, allowing teams to efficiently gather representative data and derive equitable insights from public feedback. Alongside its software offerings, co:census also conducts digital learning workshops for civic leaders through its co:lab initiative.
Twelve
Series B in 2022
Twelve, formerly known as Opus 12, is a Berkeley, California-based company that specializes in recycling carbon dioxide emissions into valuable chemicals and fuels. Founded in 2015, the company has developed innovative technology that can be integrated with any source of CO₂ emissions. By utilizing only water and electricity as inputs, Twelve transforms captured carbon dioxide into essential products such as methane, ethylene, and ethanol. The firm aims to provide a cost-competitive alternative to petroleum-derived chemicals and fuels, thereby addressing carbon emissions while simultaneously creating economically viable solutions.
Innovative Genomics Institute
Grant in 2022
The IGI’s mission is to bridge revolutionary genome-editing tool development to affordable and accessible solutions in human health, climate, and agriculture. The IGI is working toward a world where genomic technology is routinely applied to treat genetic disease, enable sustainable agriculture, and help achieve a carbon-neutral economy.
Apollo Agriculture
Series B in 2022
Apollo Agriculture Ltd. is an agtech company based in Nairobi, Kenya, that supports smallholder farmers by providing financial and technical assistance. Founded in 2015, the company offers loans to help farmers acquire essential inputs such as fertilizer, seeds, and crop insurance, along with access to expert advice. By utilizing agronomic machine learning, remote sensing, and mobile technology, Apollo customizes financing packages based on individual farmer needs, assessing credit risk through satellite and soil data. This tailored approach aims to enhance farming practices and significantly increase crop yields, thereby maximizing profits for farmers in emerging markets.
Elemental Impact
Grant in 2022
Elemental Impact is a consulting organization established in 2009, dedicated to promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship within the business sector. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, it focuses on initiatives that encourage waste reduction, recycling, and efficient resource utilization across various industries. By providing resources, tools, and guidance, Elemental Impact assists companies in adopting sustainable practices that enhance operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. The organization emphasizes the importance of equity and access in climate solutions, filling critical gaps in funding innovative climate technologies for real-world applications. Through collaboration, education, and advocacy, Elemental Impact aims to cultivate a culture of sustainability and create a positive impact on the planet.
YR Media
Grant in 2022
YR Media is an award-winning media production company that trains diverse young people in digital media and technology. Partnering with industry professionals, students learn to produce marketable media for massive audiences while bringing youth perspectives to issues of public concern. Their mission is to launch young people on career and education pathways by engaging them in work-based learning opportunities, creative expression, professional development, and health and academic support services.
BYJU'S
Series F in 2021
BYJU'S is a prominent global ed-tech company founded in India in 2011, dedicated to providing adaptive and engaging learning solutions to over 150 million students worldwide. The company aims to make high-quality education accessible to learners of all ages through its flagship product, BYJU's: The Learning App, and a diverse portfolio that includes brands such as Disney-BYJU's Early Learn, BYJU's FutureSchool, and WhiteHat Jr. BYJU'S employs personalized learning methodologies that cater to individual learning styles and paces, supported by a network of over 12,000 teachers. The platform utilizes original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations to create a contextual and practical learning experience. Additionally, BYJU'S has formed innovative partnerships with major companies like Disney and Google to enhance engagement. Headquartered in India, BYJU'S operates in more than 21 countries and offers programs in over 8 languages, further solidifying its position as a leader in the education technology sector.
Andela
Series E in 2021
Andela is a global technology company founded in 2014, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It specializes in recruiting, training, and connecting top-tier software developers from Africa and other emerging markets with global companies. Andela's platform streamlines the hiring process, enabling businesses to quickly and cost-effectively augment their teams with skilled talent. The company's unique model involves rigorous screening to select the top 1% of developers, providing them with mentorship and continuous learning opportunities, and managing all aspects of borderless hiring, from compliance to payroll. This allows clients to engage with fully managed teams or select individual roles, up to 66% faster and at a 30-50% cost reduction compared to traditional methods. Andela's diverse talent pool spans over 135 countries and specializes in advanced technologies such as application development, artificial intelligence, cloud & DevOps, and data engineering. The company has earned the trust of prominent global brands, including GitHub, Mastercard Foundry, and Mindshare.
Nerdy
Post in 2021
Nerdy is a curated direct-to-consumer platform that specializes in live online learning, utilizing technology and artificial intelligence to connect learners of all ages with experts across a wide range of subjects. The platform offers various learning formats, including one-on-one instruction, small group classes, large group sessions, and adaptive self-study options. By focusing on delivering high-quality educational experiences, Nerdy aims to provide significant value to both learners and professionals in the gig economy, establishing itself as a comprehensive online learning destination.
Seqera
Grant in 2021
Seqera develops workflow orchestration software aimed at simplifying complex data analysis for life sciences research. The company's platform consolidates fragmented data and diverse computing resources, enabling scientists to create and deploy scalable data analysis pipelines in multi-cloud environments with ease. By empowering researchers with modern software tools, Seqera enhances productivity and accelerates scientific discovery across fields such as genomics and global health. Trusted by over 150 leading life science organizations, Seqera's solutions facilitate faster and more confident scientific inquiry, supporting innovation and collaboration in an increasingly data-driven world.
Panorama Education
Series C in 2021
Panorama Education, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on K-12 education. Founded in 2012, the company provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enables school districts, charter networks, and state governments to conduct comprehensive surveys of students, parents, teachers, and staff. Through its research-based surveys, Panorama collects valuable feedback on various aspects of the educational environment, including teacher performance and school climate. The platform generates detailed reports that allow educators and administrators to analyze results across different demographics. Additionally, Panorama offers implementation consultation, technical assistance, and training to enhance the effectiveness of its services. By leveraging stakeholder feedback, the company aims to support professional development and improve student outcomes in schools.
Lovevery
Series C in 2021
Lovevery, Inc. is a company based in Boise, Idaho, that specializes in manufacturing educational play products for babies and young children. Founded in 2015, Lovevery offers a range of toys designed by child development experts to support stage-based learning. Their flagship product, the Play Gym, includes various accessories such as a ball, batting ring, and teething rings, tailored to stimulate a child's senses and encourage developmental milestones. In addition to physical products, Lovevery provides parents with stage-based information and resources to enhance their children's learning experiences. The company has received recognition for its innovative offerings through awards from notable publications and organizations. Lovevery's products are available for purchase online, and the company has garnered support from several prominent investors.
OpenClassrooms
Series C in 2021
OpenClassrooms is an online education platform based in Paris, France, founded in 2007. It has emerged as one of Europe’s largest education-to-employment platforms, serving 355,000 students across 140 countries. The company offers a variety of accredited online courses and degree programs, including Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s level diplomas. OpenClassrooms focuses on vocational training in high-demand fields such as coding, IT, product management, data management, marketing, communications, and UX design. Its educational model emphasizes competency-based learning, combining high-quality online coursework with personalized mentorship, project-based experiences, and career coaching. The platform also collaborates with numerous corporate partners, providing a job guarantee to enhance employability for its graduates.
Newsela
Series D in 2021
Newsela is an educational technology startup based in New York that publishes online news articles daily to help students develop advanced literacy skills. Founded in 2013, the company takes real-time content from trusted sources and adapts it into learning materials tailored to different reading levels. Newsela offers a range of topics including war and peace, science, health, arts, and sports, providing digital content that enhances non-fiction fluency and critical thinking for students across various grades.
Descomplica
Series E in 2021
Descomplica is an online education platform based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 2011. The company specializes in providing students with access to a wide range of educational resources, including pre-recorded and live classes across various subjects, particularly focusing on mathematics, physics, and chemistry. Descomplica aims to facilitate college entrance exam preparation by offering affordable and high-quality educational materials, enabling students to learn at their own pace. The platform also features online monitoring to enhance the learning experience, making it accessible for a diverse group of learners seeking to achieve their academic goals.
Handshake
Series D in 2020
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Eruditus Executive Education
Series D in 2020
Eruditus Executive Education Pvt. Ltd. is a provider of executive education programs aimed at mid-career professionals. Founded in 2010 and based in Mumbai, India, the company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Dubai and Singapore. Eruditus collaborates with over 30 prestigious universities, such as MIT, Harvard, and INSEAD, to offer a diverse portfolio of management courses, workshops, and custom programs. These programs are designed to develop leadership skills and are available in various formats, including online and in-person sessions, catering to corporate clients and professionals from more than 80 countries. With a focus on accessibility, many courses are offered in multiple languages, enabling a broader reach for learners seeking to enhance their knowledge and advance their careers.
Seqera
Grant in 2020
Seqera develops workflow orchestration software aimed at simplifying complex data analysis for life sciences research. The company's platform consolidates fragmented data and diverse computing resources, enabling scientists to create and deploy scalable data analysis pipelines in multi-cloud environments with ease. By empowering researchers with modern software tools, Seqera enhances productivity and accelerates scientific discovery across fields such as genomics and global health. Trusted by over 150 leading life science organizations, Seqera's solutions facilitate faster and more confident scientific inquiry, supporting innovation and collaboration in an increasingly data-driven world.
DonorsChoose
Grant in 2020
DonorsChoose.org is an online charity founded in 2000 and based in New York, New York, that enables individuals to support students in need through a straightforward crowdfunding platform. It focuses on addressing educational inequity by allowing donors to contribute directly to public school projects. Each request for funding is carefully vetted, and once funded, resources are shipped directly to classrooms. DonorsChoose also emphasizes transparency and accountability, providing donors and school leaders with thank you notes and detailed reports on how funds are utilized. The organization has received high ratings for its commitment to transparency from Charity Navigator and GuideStar, solidifying its reputation as a trusted resource for teachers, donors, and district administrators.
CureGRIN Foundation
Grant in 2020
CureGRIN Foundation is a parent-run charity dedicated to improving the lives of people living with GRIN disorders. We work closely with scientists and the medical community to drive research that will lead to therapies and a cure.
The Kresge Foundation
Grant in 2020
The Kresge Foundation is an independent non-profit organization based in Troy, Michigan, established in 1924. With assets totaling $3 billion, the foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for future generations by promoting human progress and creating access and opportunities in underserved communities. Its work is organized into seven program areas: arts and culture, community development, education, health, human services, the environment, and initiatives specifically focused on Detroit. The foundation aims to improve the health of low-income individuals, support artistic expression, increase college achievement, and address global climate change through innovative solutions. Its executive management team oversees the foundation's assets and ensures that funds are allocated effectively to various grantees and programs.
Plotly
Grant in 2019
Plotly, Inc. is a data science and AI company based in Montreal, Canada, that offers an online platform for data analysis and visualization. Its tools are designed for a diverse audience, including scientists, students, engineers, and analysts, allowing them to analyze, simulate, and graph various data formats such as Excel spreadsheets, CSV, TSV, and Matlab files. Plotly simplifies the creation and sharing of interactive web applications and visualizations, enabling users to leverage these capabilities across different programming languages. The company aims to integrate data science into business applications, making advanced analytics accessible and practical for a wider range of users.
Lovevery
Series B in 2019
Lovevery, Inc. is a company based in Boise, Idaho, that specializes in manufacturing educational play products for babies and young children. Founded in 2015, Lovevery offers a range of toys designed by child development experts to support stage-based learning. Their flagship product, the Play Gym, includes various accessories such as a ball, batting ring, and teething rings, tailored to stimulate a child's senses and encourage developmental milestones. In addition to physical products, Lovevery provides parents with stage-based information and resources to enhance their children's learning experiences. The company has received recognition for its innovative offerings through awards from notable publications and organizations. Lovevery's products are available for purchase online, and the company has garnered support from several prominent investors.
Jefferson Education Exchange
Grant in 2019
Jefferson Education Exchange Inc. provides research and analysis services to assist in the selection of educational tools, drawing insights from educators and institutional leaders. The company is dedicated to defining, collecting, and analyzing data to support informed decision-making among educators. In addition to its analytical services, Jefferson Education Exchange also publishes lessons and information regarding the implementation and evaluation of educational technology. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in the District of Columbia, the organization aims to facilitate the effective use of educational resources through data-driven insights.
Onward Financial
Grant in 2018
Onward is a non-profit employer-based mobile savings and credit app that enables workers of all income levels to build financial security. We help workers save effortlessly, build financial literacy, and access responsible credit when emergencies strike. Essentially, what the 401K is for long-term retirement savings, Onward is for short-term emergency savings.
Project QUEST
Grant in 2018
Project QUEST is a vital resource for economic progress. To produce in-demand professions that provide a livable income, benefits, and a career path, a principal economic development broker offers crucial support, knowledge, and resources. They link to developing fields like cybersecurity, manufacturing, trades, and healthcare.
Handshake
Series C in 2018
Handshake is a career network focused on connecting students and recent graduates with job opportunities. The platform boasts a community of over 10 million users from 1,400 educational institutions, including colleges and boot camps. It links these individuals to more than 750,000 employers across various sectors, aiming to democratize access to career resources. Handshake enhances the recruiting experience for college students, career centers, and employers by providing a scalable and mobile-friendly infrastructure. This approach empowers students with greater access to job opportunities and insights, while offering employers a more efficient means to connect with talent. Additionally, Handshake equips colleges with tools to foster student engagement and improve employment outcomes.
Brightwheel
Series B in 2018
Brightwheel is a software platform designed to support early education providers such as preschools, childcare centers, camps, and afterschool programs. It facilitates teachers' daily management tasks and enhances communication with parents, providing them with detailed insights into their children's educational progress. Additionally, the platform automates administrative operations, streamlining processes for administrators. This comprehensive solution aims to create a seamless and personalized learning experience while keeping parents actively involved in their child's education.
RaiseMe
Series B in 2018
RaiseMe is a financial aid information and networking platform aimed at improving access to higher education by providing scholarship opportunities. The platform allows students to earn "micro-Scholarships" throughout their high school years, based on individual achievements both in and outside the classroom. This approach addresses the limitations of traditional financial aid systems, which typically award assistance at the end of high school, often too late to influence students' college decisions. By enabling students to accumulate financial aid early, RaiseMe has facilitated the earning of over $2 billion in micro-scholarships from its university partners. This innovative model seeks to enhance educational pathways and support students in their academic pursuits.
Chicago Public Schools
Grant in 2018
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third largest school district in the United States. Chicago Public Schools has set ambitious goals to ensure that every child-in every school and every neighborhood-has access to a world-class learning experience from birth, resulting in graduation from high school college-and career ready. Please visit our website at www.cps.edu to learn more about the organization.
LEAP Innovations
Grant in 2018
LEAP Innovations fosters the use of personalized learning and technology to accelerate education for every student. Think of us as the R&D hub for education innovation, bringing the best technology here to pilot, research and scale. What’s really exciting is that They are making Chicago the destination for this work by attracting innovations from across the globe – and what works here will be relevant across the entire country.
Varsity Tutors
Series C in 2018
Varsity Tutors LLC is a prominent live learning platform that provides private tutorial services across a wide range of subjects. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Clayton, Missouri, the company connects students with experts for live, personalized instruction. It operates the largest tutoring platform in the United States, offering services in more than 3,000 subjects, tests, and topics. Varsity Tutors facilitates various learning formats, including one-on-one sessions, small groups, and large classes, making quality education accessible at any time and from anywhere. The integration of personalization and artificial intelligence enhances the learning experience, encouraging students to excel and inspiring their creativity.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Grant in 2018
The University of Massachusetts Amherst is a public research and land-grant university that offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. It serves as the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. The university has multiple academic departments and research facilities that support a range of disciplines.
Ellevation
Series B in 2018
Ellevation, LLC is a software development company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in educational technology for English language learners (ELL). It offers a web-based platform designed to support educators in managing and enhancing the educational experience for multilingual students. The Ellevation program organizes essential student data, facilitates critical monitoring and reporting processes, and aids in instructional planning. Additionally, it provides research-based instructional practices and activities to assist teachers in effectively teaching English learners. The company's offerings include Ellevation Math, which helps students access grade-level math content. Ellevation serves a diverse range of clients, including public school districts, EL coordinators, specialists, teachers, principals, and students throughout the United States. Established in 2006, the company was previously known as ESL Innovations, Inc. before rebranding in 2011.
ReadCoor
Grant in 2018
ReadCoor, Inc. is a technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and commercialization of a panomic spatial sequencing platform designed for researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical and diagnostics companies. The company's innovative platform, based on proprietary Fluorescent in situ Sequencing (FISSEQ) technology, enables the simultaneous detection and analysis of RNA, DNA, proteins, and therapeutics, while providing high-resolution three-dimensional imaging of tissue samples. This integration allows for comprehensive morphometric analysis and cellular localization, facilitating a deeper understanding of human biology and the advancement of therapeutic development. ReadCoor aims to support clients in accessing valuable clinical insights for treating various diseases, including cancer, infectious diseases, and neurological disorders. Established in 2016, ReadCoor operates as a subsidiary of 10x Genomics, Inc.
Harvard University
Grant in 2017
Harvard University, established in 1636, is a renowned educational institution dedicated to teaching, learning, and research. It comprises twelve degree-granting schools, including the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, along with numerous research museums, institutes, and a vast library system. Harvard University is committed to developing global leaders across various disciplines and offers a generous financial aid program, with over $160 million awarded to more than 60% of its undergraduate students. The university's endowment and related financial assets are managed by Harvard Management Company (HMC), founded in 1974, which invests in public equity and fixed income markets globally, as well as private equity, venture capital, and real estate. HMC employs external managers to assist in portfolio management, aiming to produce long-term investment results that support the university's educational and research goals.
Panorama Education
Series B in 2017
Panorama Education, Inc. is a data analytics company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that focuses on K-12 education. Founded in 2012, the company provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that enables school districts, charter networks, and state governments to conduct comprehensive surveys of students, parents, teachers, and staff. Through its research-based surveys, Panorama collects valuable feedback on various aspects of the educational environment, including teacher performance and school climate. The platform generates detailed reports that allow educators and administrators to analyze results across different demographics. Additionally, Panorama offers implementation consultation, technical assistance, and training to enhance the effectiveness of its services. By leveraging stakeholder feedback, the company aims to support professional development and improve student outcomes in schools.
Andela
Series C in 2017
Andela is a global technology company founded in 2014, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It specializes in recruiting, training, and connecting top-tier software developers from Africa and other emerging markets with global companies. Andela's platform streamlines the hiring process, enabling businesses to quickly and cost-effectively augment their teams with skilled talent. The company's unique model involves rigorous screening to select the top 1% of developers, providing them with mentorship and continuous learning opportunities, and managing all aspects of borderless hiring, from compliance to payroll. This allows clients to engage with fully managed teams or select individual roles, up to 66% faster and at a 30-50% cost reduction compared to traditional methods. Andela's diverse talent pool spans over 135 countries and specializes in advanced technologies such as application development, artificial intelligence, cloud & DevOps, and data engineering. The company has earned the trust of prominent global brands, including GitHub, Mastercard Foundry, and Mindshare.
Sawyer
Series A in 2017
Sawyer is a marketplace designed to connect children, parents, and providers of enriching activities. The platform simplifies the process of finding and booking educational experiences for children of all ages, offering a variety of options such as yoga, dance, and craft classes. By providing technology solutions that streamline online registration and booking, Sawyer empowers small business owners, non-profits, and educational institutions to enhance their operations and impact. Additionally, it offers parents tools to manage their children's activities, helping them navigate early childhood development and discover local opportunities for learning and adventure. Sawyer aims to transform perceptions of education, emphasizing the importance of fostering discovery and joy in learning rather than solely focusing on academic performance.
Brightwheel
Series A in 2017
Brightwheel is a software platform designed to support early education providers such as preschools, childcare centers, camps, and afterschool programs. It facilitates teachers' daily management tasks and enhances communication with parents, providing them with detailed insights into their children's educational progress. Additionally, the platform automates administrative operations, streamlining processes for administrators. This comprehensive solution aims to create a seamless and personalized learning experience while keeping parents actively involved in their child's education.
Meta
Acquisition in 2017
Meta is a company focused on transforming the experience and consumption of scientific knowledge through artificial intelligence. It provides an AI-based search engine that efficiently organizes and analyzes scientific research papers, allowing researchers to sort and access new publications based on specific subject matter. By offering powerful insights into the trajectories of science and technology, Meta aims to make all scientific knowledge computable, thus supporting innovators across the scientific ecosystem. The company's mission centers on unlocking the world's scientific and technical insights, facilitating a more comprehensive understanding of complex information.
Center for Data Science
Grant in 2017
The Center for Data Science is among the first initiatives embarked upon by the College of Information and Computer Sciences when it was established in 2015. Momentum for creating a center had begun long before the creation of the new college brought about by the depth of faculty expertise in data science foundations and the longstanding commitment to offering the highest quality education.The timing to launch a center dedicated to data science became ideal when key factors came into alignment: rapidly accelerated interest across virtually every industry domain, steadily increasing demand by students, vigorous support from the new college and university administration, and the boundless intellectual curiosity within the university computer science community by a cohesive team of highly regarded faculty researchers who have enduring successful ventures to their credit.
MasteryConnect
Series C in 2016
MasteryConnect is an educational technology company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing an assessment and curriculum platform that supports educators in identifying levels of student understanding and personalizing learning. The platform allows teachers to administer formative and benchmark assessments, automate grading, and effectively monitor student performance. By providing tools for data evaluation, MasteryConnect enables educators to target interventions and enhance their teaching practices, ultimately driving student growth and facilitating communication with parents and administrators.
BYJU'S
Series D in 2016
BYJU'S is a prominent global ed-tech company founded in India in 2011, dedicated to providing adaptive and engaging learning solutions to over 150 million students worldwide. The company aims to make high-quality education accessible to learners of all ages through its flagship product, BYJU's: The Learning App, and a diverse portfolio that includes brands such as Disney-BYJU's Early Learn, BYJU's FutureSchool, and WhiteHat Jr. BYJU'S employs personalized learning methodologies that cater to individual learning styles and paces, supported by a network of over 12,000 teachers. The platform utilizes original content, watch-and-learn videos, animations, and interactive simulations to create a contextual and practical learning experience. Additionally, BYJU'S has formed innovative partnerships with major companies like Disney and Google to enhance engagement. Headquartered in India, BYJU'S operates in more than 21 countries and offers programs in over 8 languages, further solidifying its position as a leader in the education technology sector.
Andela
Series B in 2016
Andela is a global technology company founded in 2014, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It specializes in recruiting, training, and connecting top-tier software developers from Africa and other emerging markets with global companies. Andela's platform streamlines the hiring process, enabling businesses to quickly and cost-effectively augment their teams with skilled talent. The company's unique model involves rigorous screening to select the top 1% of developers, providing them with mentorship and continuous learning opportunities, and managing all aspects of borderless hiring, from compliance to payroll. This allows clients to engage with fully managed teams or select individual roles, up to 66% faster and at a 30-50% cost reduction compared to traditional methods. Andela's diverse talent pool spans over 135 countries and specializes in advanced technologies such as application development, artificial intelligence, cloud & DevOps, and data engineering. The company has earned the trust of prominent global brands, including GitHub, Mastercard Foundry, and Mindshare.
Age of Learning
Series A in 2016
Age of Learning, Inc., known for its flagship product ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy, provides online educational resources for children ages 2 to 7, both in the United States and internationally. The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes reading, math, science, health, social studies, art, and music, catering to preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and 1st grade. ABCmouse.com for schools allows educators to assign personalized lessons aligned with standards, while also providing access for students at home. The company supports low-income families through its Head Start program and offers free access to its resources via public libraries. In addition to educational games and activities, the platform features interactive experiences, such as virtual farms and zoos, to enhance learning engagement. Age of Learning also develops programs like My Math Academy and My Reading Academy to improve math and literacy skills. With over 11 billion learning activities completed by more than 50 million children, the company stands as a leader in educational technology, committed to advancing equity and access in education. Established in 2007, Age of Learning is headquartered in Glendale, California.
Volley
Seed Round in 2016
Volley Labs, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in developing an adaptive learning platform powered by artificial intelligence. The firm creates software designed to automatically generate training content for organizations, utilizing a knowledge engine that synthesizes and recommends learning material. Additionally, Volley develops mobile learning games that identify knowledge gaps among employees and provide tailored solutions. Established in 2014, Volley has garnered recognition as a leading AI innovator in the enterprise learning sector, with a client base that includes notable Fortune 100 companies in financial services. The company's founding team comprises experts in machine learning and natural language processing with backgrounds from major technology and intelligence organizations. Volley is also a prominent collaborator with the UC Santa Cruz Center for Excellence in Data Science Research, further emphasizing its commitment to advancing knowledge management and learning automation.
Ellevation
Venture Round in 2016
Ellevation, LLC is a software development company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in educational technology for English language learners (ELL). It offers a web-based platform designed to support educators in managing and enhancing the educational experience for multilingual students. The Ellevation program organizes essential student data, facilitates critical monitoring and reporting processes, and aids in instructional planning. Additionally, it provides research-based instructional practices and activities to assist teachers in effectively teaching English learners. The company's offerings include Ellevation Math, which helps students access grade-level math content. Ellevation serves a diverse range of clients, including public school districts, EL coordinators, specialists, teachers, principals, and students throughout the United States. Established in 2006, the company was previously known as ESL Innovations, Inc. before rebranding in 2011.
Newsela
Series B in 2015
Newsela is an educational technology startup based in New York that publishes online news articles daily to help students develop advanced literacy skills. Founded in 2013, the company takes real-time content from trusted sources and adapts it into learning materials tailored to different reading levels. Newsela offers a range of topics including war and peace, science, health, arts, and sports, providing digital content that enhances non-fiction fluency and critical thinking for students across various grades.
MasteryConnect
Series B in 2015
MasteryConnect is an educational technology company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing an assessment and curriculum platform that supports educators in identifying levels of student understanding and personalizing learning. The platform allows teachers to administer formative and benchmark assessments, automate grading, and effectively monitor student performance. By providing tools for data evaluation, MasteryConnect enables educators to target interventions and enhance their teaching practices, ultimately driving student growth and facilitating communication with parents and administrators.
Bridge International Academies
Series D in 2015
Bridge International Academies operates primary schools focused on providing education to underprivileged children. Founded in 2007 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, the organization offers services that align with national curricula and emphasizes comprehensive teacher training and development programs. Utilizing advanced wireless technology, Bridge International Academies aims to deliver quality education at no cost to students, fostering opportunities for a brighter future for those in underserved communities.
Bridge International Academies
Series A in 2014
Bridge International Academies operates primary schools focused on providing education to underprivileged children. Founded in 2007 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, the organization offers services that align with national curricula and emphasizes comprehensive teacher training and development programs. Utilizing advanced wireless technology, Bridge International Academies aims to deliver quality education at no cost to students, fostering opportunities for a brighter future for those in underserved communities.
Somite
Somite.ai is a venture-backed company aiming to become the OpenAI of stem cell biology, developing AI foundation models to produce human tissue for cell therapies at scale for diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and muscular dystrophies. Somite's AI platform, AlphaStem, fuels a virtuous cycle: It enables new cell therapies, generating massive data that further improve the platform, empowering even faster therapy creation with broader applications. The company's pipeline includes the promising SMT-M01 program for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and the SMT-B01 program for metabolic disorders. Incorporated in Oct. 2023, Somite.ai has raised over $10m to date.
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