Benetech harnesses the power of software and data to create social change. They use the Silicon Valley innovation model, adapted for maximum social impact rather than financial return, to develop breakthrough social enterprises. Day by day, they’re empowering communities in need; helping build a more inclusive, equitable and just world in education and literacy, human rights and poverty alleviation.
Benetech identifies technology opportunities with the greatest potential for software and data-driven impact and brings these projects to scale for sector-wide adoption through broader market and policy uptake. They have a senior management team with expertise in technology, non-profits, public service and intellectual property. They are pragmatic idealists, willing to take measured risks for big social payoffs.
Benetech maintains deep relationships with both Silicon Valley and community and organizational leaders, activists and policymakers that enable it to act as a bridge between communities and translate for groups that don’t speak the same language (tech vs social impact). Its leadership in the software for social good space provides the necessary credibility to participate in policy circles and influence national and international policy. Benetech joins forces with strategic partners, government and philanthropic investors who share their zeal to better the world. Benetech’s return on investment is not measured in dollars, but in the number of lives they affect.