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Autodesk Foundation funds and enables nonprofits and startups focused on design for social and environmental impact. It uses catalytic funding, Autodesk software donations (including Fusion 360 and AutoCAD), and talent engagement to scale solutions. Core activities include grants, impact investments, software donations, and pro bono consulting. It concentrates on Energy & Materials, Health & Resilience, and Work & Prosperity, measuring outcomes to accelerate large-scale adoption of transformative solutions. Through partnerships and global reach, it supports innovative design and engineering solutions that reduce emissions and improve communities.
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Aug 14, 2026
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- Joe SpeicherPresident
- Jean ShiaManaging Director
- Beth Foster-ChaoInvestment Lead, Climate Adaptation & Resilience
- Kevin Iraheta SousaSenior Portfolio Associate
- Ade JimohPortfolio Associate
- Akashraj MurthySenior Associate