Kapor Center

The #KaporFoundation is proud to support the #CSforDetroit Out-of-School Time Collective grant partners. SMASH Residential at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, is a FREE, 1-year, intensive CS-focused program that empowers students to deepen their talents and pursue CS careers. Scholars are immersed in tuition-free studies in partnership with leading universities throughout the country for one summer. During the program, scholars build relationships with facilitators and CS professionals that reflect their same demographics. Because of their common background, students connect more deeply and gain true mentorship from these CS professionals. As they go through the program, scholars not only develop their skills and network – they also further develop their voice & build the confidence to become who they want to be. Learn more: https://csfordetroit.org/

This #CSEdWeek, join #CSforDetroit on 12/12 for a film screening and talk-back session exploring Detroit’s growing tech ecosystem through the lens of local innovators. Proudly hosted by Detroit Public Schools Community District, Michigan Engineering Zone, Song Foundation, and #KaporFoundation. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gTdxyfup

Today, on #NativeWomensEqualPayDay, we raise awareness and shine a light on the fact that Native American women working full-time year-round only make, on average, 58 cents on the dollar as compared to non-Hispanic white men. Download our #Native #Tech Ecosystem report and learn about the urgent solutions needed for a more equitable future, including pay equity.https://https://lnkd.in/gx2viKYd #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

This #CSEdWeek, join #KaporFoundation on 12/9 for a timely online fireside chat on racial justice in computer science with data journalist Meredith Broussard , moderated by CS Equity Initiatives Director, Shana V. White. Register today: https://ow.ly/QbY050UbnYi

Who benefits? That has been the key question our founders Dr. Freada Kapor Klein and Mitch Kapor have focused on as investors and founding partners of Kapor Capital. In their latest op-ed for Fortune, they explain how this question can lead to investments that do good in the world while doing well for investors, driving both profit and purpose.

The #KaporFoundation is proud to support the #CSforDetroit Out-of-School Time Collective grant partners. Math 4 Success provides quality math educational services to Metro Detroit students helping them to develop math confidence through customized lessons and workshops. Learn more: https://csfordetroit.org/

Connect with Kapor Center’s Investment & Ecosystem Building Associate Nate Jones at AFROTECH at the Future is Bright Dinner tonight hosted by Black Tech Saturdays ??

#ICYMI: The NAACP announced the launch of #NAACPCapital, a $200M fund developed in partnership with Kapor Capital + Kapor Center focused on investing in fund managers + startups that close gaps facing communities of color. Via POCIT: https://lnkd.in/g8QFQqPh

It’s #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth! As the #tech sector grows, it’s vital to include Native voices in decision-making. Check out AISES and #KaporFoundation’s report on Native representation in tech. As contributor Tiffany Smith noted “Through this report, we have an opportunity to visualize our people's contributions to #tech careers & ways we bring our own Indigenous knowledge systems to this work." Download here: https://lnkd.in/gx2viKYd

Catch Kapor Center’s Investment & Ecosystem Building Associate Nathan Jones AFROTECH! He’ll be speaking at the Future is Bright Dinner on Friday, 11/15, hosted by Black Tech Saturdays! ??