Philanthropy Deals and Investments

Google Anchors Investment in $5.5M Rural AI Catalyst Fund Managed by TechSoup

TechSoup announced the launch of the Rural AI Catalyst Fund to build AI skills in U.S. rural communities. Google contributed an anchor investment as part of a $5.5 million funding target, focusing on agriculture, healthcare, education, and small business sectors. The initiative will be guided by a Community Advisory Council.