In addition to making grants, we operate programs to fill needs that we or our partners identify. Our in-house programs seek to serve all young people with tools, resources, and experiences that spark joyful discovery and learning in young and adolescent learners and help families, educators, nonprofits, and others access and apply the latest insights from learning science. Each program also provides “on the ground” learnings that inform our grantmaking approach.

Bezos Scholars Program

Learning leadership for a lifetime.

The Bezos Scholars Program is a transformative, year-long, no-cost leadership development program that amplifies youth voice and action so young people can start making a difference today. At the center of the program are Community Change Projects conceived and launched by Scholars with our support.

Learn more at the Bezos Scholars Program website.

218

Community Change Projects launched since 2005

527

Scholar students and Educator alumni
Bezos Scholars 2019 Peyton

Vroom

Sharing the science of early brain development.

Vroom is a global program that provides free, science-based tips and tools to help all parents and caregivers give children a great start in life. Vroom was born out of a need for creative tools and materials that inspire families to turn everyday moments into brain building moments. It was developed with input from parents, early childhood experts, neuroscientists, and community leaders.

Learn more at the Vroom website.

1.4M

Families in 37 states and 6 countries around the world reached

1,000+

Fun, free activities to add learning to mealtime, bathtime, bedtime, or anytime
Vroom

Our Programs in Action

Learn more about the people engaged in our programs and their impact on our stories page.