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Climate and Clean Energy
We strive to protect against climate change and make energy clean, affordable, safe, and reliable for all.
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We foster joyful, effective, and affirming learning environments that set all young children on a trajectory for success.
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We envision a society where people are free to live whole, safe, and dignified lives.
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We support fundamental research that is revolutionizing our knowledge and understanding of the universe.
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We address the impact of technology on society—harnessing its promise and mitigating its risks.
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We recognize and support journalism as a critical element of a healthy and multicultural democracy.
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International Human Rights Day 2024
On December 9, 2024, the Heising-Simons Foundation hosted a celebration to mark International Human Rights Day.
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The Heising-Simons Foundation focuses its grantmaking in five program areas
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The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument Opens Access to the Largest 3D Map of the Universe
International Human Rights Day 2024
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02/24/25
Announcing our Director of Climate and Clean Energy