THE WORKDAY FOUNDATION
Elevating human potential in the age of AI
The ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Foundation is dedicated to elevating human potential through the power of purposeful work and meaningful connection in the AI era. In a world quickly being reshaped by new technologies, we invest in solutions that continuously build skills for in-demand careers, deepen social connections, and empower individuals and communities to remain resilient in a rapidly changing world.
¡°AI is rapidly reshaping our workforce, calling for an agile and intentional approach to future-proof careers. While AI¡¯s potential is immense, it is through our collective action that we can unlock its promise and build a future of opportunity for all.¡±??
¡ªCarrie Varoquiers, Chief Philanthropy Officer, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
We¡¯ve awarded over $50 million since 2013.
Workforce development grants that propel careers.
We invest in organizations that equip people with AI skills development, technical training and stackable credentials for thriving wage careers in a wide variety of industries and roles.
Investments that shape the future for us all.
Our Upstream Grant Fund supports organizations tackling global challenges such as disaster prevention, health emergencies, and strengthening human connection.
We¡¯re on a mission to close the opportunity gap.
Our workforce development movement, Opportunity Onramps?, provides paid training, internships, and job opportunities for candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Interested in working with us?
If your organization pioneers workforce development programs for adults or strengthens human connections and you believe your mission aligns with ours, please email us with a description of your work. If there¡¯s a fit, we¡¯ll contact you to request further information.
Real stories. Real impact.
Closing America¡¯s opportunity gap.
Check out UNTAPPED, a ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ-developed documentary showcasing the power of skills-based hiring.
Addressing root causes with upstream investments.
Learn how the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Foundation invests in prevention initiatives.
Empowering talent with skills-based hiring.
Discover how skills-first hiring is reshaping the way we think about talent.
PARTNERSHIPS
Pioneering positive change around the world.
Our grants provide significant funds, employee volunteering and mentoring opportunities, technical assistance, and trust-based collaboration to support our grantee partners across the globe.?
- Workforce Development
- Green Jobs
- Workforce Development Field Building
- Upstream Grants
- ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Headquarters Regional Grants
North America
EMEA
APAC
North America
EMEA
APAC
North America
North America
EMEA
APAC
San Francisco Bay Area
Meet our leadership team.
The ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Foundation is led by ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Chief Philanthropy Officer Carrie Varoquiers and governed by the following individuals who graciously give their time to serve on the board of directors.
Aneel Bhusri
Co-Founder and Executive Chair, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Carl Eschenbach
CEO, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Mike Frandsen
Former Executive Director of ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Carol Lindstrom
Former Vice Chairman of Deloitte LLC
Tony La Russa
Former Major League Baseball Manager; Co-Founder, Animal Rescue Foundation
Stephen E. Taylor
Attorney and Founder of Taylor & Company Law Offices, LLP
Steve Young
National Football League Hall of Famer; Founder and Chairman, Forever Young Foundation
Jay Banfield
Chief Economic Mobility Officer, All Home