About Us The Bezos Family Foundation was created by Mike and Jackie Bezos and their family. As parents and grandparents, Mike and Jackie saw firsthand the incredible potential of young people. More than two decades later (founded in 2000), the Foundation remains committed to ensuring every young person, from before birth through adolescence, has the support they need to succeed. The Foundation invests in the science of learning and the experiences that young people need from birth to high school. The Bezos Family Foundation emphasizes co-creation with communities, a bias for action, and building a supportive learning ecosystem from birth through age 18. In-house programs (such as the Bezos Scholars Program and Vroom) apply learning science insights. Mike and Jackie Bezos transitioned to Co-Chairs of the Board; Dr. John Deasy serves as President. The Foundation’s work is grounded in the science of how young people grow and learn. ^^ Submitter's Note: This StratML rendition was compiled from the source by Grok and lightly edited in the form at https://stratml.us/forms/Claude/Part1.html Bezos Family Foundation BFF 44c45e84-ca47-4260-87fc-ebee6ed451a5 The Bezos Family Foundation supports researchers, nonprofit organizations, communities, and operates its own in-house programs focused on learning science, early childhood, and youth development. Grantmaking is by invitation only. Miguel “Mike” Bezos Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Board of Directors. A native of Cuba who immigrated to the United States as a teenager. Retired from ExxonMobil after 32 years of service. Co-founded the Foundation in 2000 with his wife Jackie. Father of 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Serves on several boards including the Aspen Institute, National Constitution Center, and With Honor Action. Recipient of the 2022 Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Award. Strong believer that education is something that cannot be taken away. Jackie Bezos (1946-2025) Co-Founder. Champion of young people and lifelong learner. Together with Mike, she co-founded the Foundation driven by their experiences as parents and grandparents. Jackie believed every child is born with incredible potential and that it is our shared responsibility to help that potential flourish. Her curiosity about science and focus on families, educators, and youth shaped the Foundation’s mission. Quote: “Imagine what it could look like if we recognized and acted upon the potential of all children.” Dr. John Deasy President A world where all young people reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society. dea45618-d981-49e9-89d3-8fdfea75ef4e To help young people reach their full potential. c2626f5e-244f-40d4-9b2d-f55aa9825e26 Capacity All children are born with an incredible capacity ~ Children have an innate love of learning, but they need positive environments, relationships, and enriching educational opportunities to truly thrive. Relationships Positive relationships are essential for learning and development ~ Relationships between educators, families, caregivers, mentors, and peers further learning for children and young people at every stage. Science Science has the power to transform lives ~ Science-based programs and practices can unlock learning at all stages. We ensure this knowledge reaches educators, caregivers, families, policymakers, and youth themselves. Learning Every moment can be a learning opportunity ~ Learning can happen anywhere — in classrooms, at home, in early care settings, out-of-school programs, and more. Partnership Progress is best made and sustained in partnership with communities ~ Those closest to the issues bring firsthand insights and solutions, and they need to be centered and uplifted. Research & Learning Advance Research and Learning Science 133c7e2d-1177-4987-aa74-fd7a5e39b6a5 1 Support research that advances knowledge on learning and development, partners with communities, and translates insight into action to improve outcomes for children, youth, and families. Practice Translate research into practice fc15ae3d-e6a1-4dc6-916f-980d118de53f 1.1 Educators Caregivers Families Policymakers Youth Ensure the latest insights from learning science reach educators, caregivers, families, policymakers, and youth themselves. Support Support Educators and Early Care Professionals 6fd96d7b-005f-46f4-ace4-f873e6e14286 2 Educators Early Care Professionals Educator Workforce Strengthen the educator workforce through meaningful training, fair compensation, and supportive workplaces. 05bc47e6-1ce1-412c-bea7-10d3319083d0 2.1 Educator Workforce Family Success Support policies and programs that help families and caregivers nurture their children’s development and advocate for themselves and their communities. ef5d75b2-e7d6-41f4-bc7c-9d5f3526385c 3 Families Changemakers Nurture leadership and positive development, helping adolescents shape who they become and how they contribute to the world. f284de8e-98e3-421e-937b-31a1fb2fd015 4 Youth Changemakers 2026-04-13 https://bezosfamilyfoundation.org/who-we-are/ Owen Ambur Owen.Ambur@verizon.net