Schmidt Family Foundation
Overview
Established in 2006 by Eric and Wendy Schmidt, the Schmidt Family Foundation is a private charitable organization dedicated to promoting sustainability and the responsible use of natural resources. The foundation focuses on areas such as renewable energy, resilient food systems, healthy oceans, and human rights protection. It partners with communities worldwide to advance these goals through grantmaking and investments. The foundation's subsidiaries include the Schmidt Ocean Institute, which supports oceanographic research, and the 11th Hour Project, which raises awareness about climate change and renewable energy. It has awarded grants to organizations like the Energy Foundation, the California Academy of Sciences, and the Natural Resources Defense Council. The Schmidt Family Foundation operates with assets valued at over $1 billion, including holdings in Google Class A stock. Its mission is to restore a balanced relationship between people and the planet by supporting innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
Investment Focus
- Organizations focused on sustainability and responsible resource use
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What sectors does Schmidt Family Foundation invest in?
Schmidt Family Foundation invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Utilities, Media and Education, and is based in California, United States. Schmidt Family Foundation is listed as a charitable foundation in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Schmidt Family Foundation invest at?
Schmidt Family Foundation backs companies at Growth, Late Stage and Pre-IPO.
Which regions does Schmidt Family Foundation invest in?
Schmidt Family Foundation invests across United States and Global.
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