About Us
The Shuttleworth Foundation drives social and policy innovation in the fields of education and technology through policy dialogue and practical projects that stimulate fresh thinking and add measurable value. The Foundation is at its core an experiment in open philanthropy and uses new technologies and collaborative ways of working to ensure that every initiative receives the best exposure and resources to succeed.
Mark Shuttleworth started the Foundation in 2001 and he is the driving force behind the success of the initiative. Known for testing boundaries in every sphere he becomes involved in, Mark continues to drive change in the world through the Foundation. The Foundation prides itself in investing in initiatives and individuals who challenge the status quo and positively contribute to change.
The Foundation currently focuses on four broad themes -