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The BlackRock Foundation honored with "philanthropic Champion" Award for $1M investment in California Early Wealth Partnership. BlackRock | May 18, 2026 Recognition Celebrates $1.15 Million in Total Grants to Establish The Early Wealth Partnership and Expand Wealth-Building Opportunities for 5.6 Million Californian Children SAN FRANCISCO, CA - May 15, 2026 - The UCLA CalKIDS Institute named The BlackRock Foundation the "Philanthropic Champion" at the second annual California Early Wealth Account System (CEWAS) Summit last month. Hosted by the UCLA CalKIDS Institute alongside State Treasurer Fiona Ma, the summit convened leaders to share research, examine implementation lessons, and identify next steps in scaling paricipation in early wealth building accounts statewide. This award recognized The BlackRock Foundation's $1M grant made in October 2025 to establish and launch California's Early Wealth Partnership with a goal of ensuring that California's children who are furthest from opportunity can fully benefit from every early wealth-building account for which they are eligible: CalKIDS, local child savings programs, HOPE Child Trust Accounts and the federal 530A Trump Accounts. CalKIDS is the largest auto-enrolled child savings account (CSA) program in the United States, with over 6 million opened accounts, and more than $2.2 billion invested in children's futures. Each child is automatically given $100 at birth, and newborns and eligible public school students receive up to $1,500 to aid their college and career futures. Despite double digit growth in claimed accounts, millions still need to be activated. The Early Wealth Partnership exists to make sure more children and their families are aware of and access their early wealth-building accounts. State Treasurer Fiona Ma, who chairs the ScholarShare Investment Board that administers CalKIDS, has set a goal of raising the activation rate to 25% by the end of 2026. "CalKIDS is a first-of-its-kind program in the nation, and we are determined to make sure every eligible family knows about and can access their scholarship. Closing the activation gap is one of the most urgent equity challenges in California's education landscape, and we cannot do it alone, said Fiona Ma, California State Treasurer and Chair of the ScholarShare Investment Board. "The BlackRock Foundation has shown what it looks like to be a true partner: they came in early, provided financial support for the research and coalition-building, then doubled down when the evidence showed it was working. That kind of committed strategic philanthropy is exactly what this moment requires." Research shows that students with even modest college savings are three times more likely to attend college and four times more likely to graduate[1] and as BlackRock Chairman and CEO Larry Fink noted in his annual Chairman's Letter, research has shown that early wealth-building accounts can make it more likely for someone to earn an advanced degree, start a business, and own a home. The BlackRock Foundation's recognition as "Philanthropic Champion" reflects the broader principle operating at the heart of the program: that private capital and public investment, working together, can dramatically expand who has access to opportunity in America. "The BlackRock Foundation made a catalytic investment in California's children and families," said Amanda Feinstein, Executive Director of the Early Wealth Partnership. "They first supported the strategic planning and coalition-building that brought government, nonprofit, research, and community leaders together around a shared vision for connecting children to every early wealth-building account for which they are eligible. Then they made the lead investment to help turn that vision into reality. Today, a Medi-Cal eligible baby born in Oakland could have a $500 Oakland Promise Brilliant Baby account, a $100 CalKIDS account, and a $1,000 Trump Account waiting for them. Our work is to build the outreach systems, partnerships, and tools that ensure families know these resources exist and are able to claim and use them to support their children's futures." "The 'Philanthropic Champion' award reflects what The BlackRock Foundation has demonstrated - that transformative change requires real partnership. Their investment supported research that is helping more families become aware of this opportunity to build their children's financial futures. UCLA's CalKIDS Institute exists to turn research into real-world impact, and The BlackRock Foundation has been an indispensable partner in making that possible for the families who need it most," said Nayiri Nahabedian, Executive Director at the UCLA CalKIDS Institute." This initiative builds on BlackRock's longstanding support of early wealth building programs and the firm's belief in the power of capital markets to advance financial wellbeing. The BlackRock Foundation has supported nonprofits driving other early wealth building initiatives for families across the country, including with Pittsburgh Firefighters, NYC Kids Rise, and Invest America. BlackRock also announced last year that it would match the U.S. government's $1,000 contribution for eligible U.S. employees' Section 530A Accounts, also known as Trump Accounts. "Child savings accounts are more than college funds. They are foundational tools for building long-term financial security and can help shift how families think about saving for the future," said Claire Chamberlain, President of The BlackRock Foundation. "For California's most vulnerable children, including low-income students, English learners, foster youth, and students experiencing homelessness, a CalKIDS account can be the first asset they have ever owned. We thank the CEWAS, UCLA CalKIDS Institute, and Treasurer Ma for this honor and recognition of our support for the future of California's children." About The BlackRock Foundation Guided by BlackRock's purpose to help more and more people experience financial well-being, The BlackRock Foundation funds and partners with organizations that strengthen financial security by helping people earn, save and invest - earlier, more often and for their futures. 1. Source: Washington University in St. Louis, Center for Social Development, Small-Dollar Children's Savings Accounts, Income, and College Outcomes. About BlackRock. BlackRock's purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a provider of financial technology, Blackrock help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate. First Name * Last Name * Location * *Required information | Read its Privacy notice

Project Prometheus, an AI laboratory co-founded by Jeff Bezos, has closed a funding round of €8.7 billion at a €33 billion valuation. Investors include JPMorgan and BlackRock. Bezos returns to an operational role alongside co-CEO Vikram Bajaj, a quantum physicist. The funding round was expanded from an initial €5.4 billion due to high demand. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in London and Zürich. Unlike language-focused AI labs, Prometheus develops AI systems that understand physical laws for industrial applications, including materials research, fluid simulation and robotic manipulation. The company plans to establish a holding structure to acquire industrial companies that could benefit from its AI technology, following a Berkshire Hathaway-style model. The Zürich office positions Prometheus as a competitor for talent in the DACH region's engineering sector.

BlackRock launches signature philanthropic initiative in Texas with $30M commitment to grow electrical workforce. BlackRock | May 06, 2026 The BlackRock Foundation's $100 million Future Builders Initiative Awards First Grants to Texas-Based Organizations Partnerships with Workforce Leaders and Educational Institutions will Expand Access to Skilled Trades Jobs May 6, 2026 - WACO, TX - BlackRock today announced a $30 million philanthropic investment in Texas through BlackRock Future Builders, a national initiative funded by The BlackRock Foundation to strengthen skilled trades pipelines across the United States. Over three years, funding from the grants will be used to help train more than 12,000 Texans for electrical careers, strengthening the workforce needed to support Texas' rapid growth. The launch will be highlighted on National Skilled Trades Day at an event hosted by Texas State Technical College (TSTC) in Waco. Texas sits at the center of America's infrastructure and energy buildout, driven by the nation's fastest population growth, rising electricity demand, and the rapid expansion of AI-enabled industries. Federal data shows Texas accounts for the largest share of U.S. electricity generation and is experiencing the fastest growth in power demand, making it an early indicator of national infrastructure and workforce pressures. Meeting these needs will require thousands of additional licensed electricians in the years ahead. Through Future Builders, BlackRock is supporting proven training pathways and local partners to help expand the state's electrical workforce. "The scale of growth underway in Texas demands a workforce ready to build it," said Larry Fink, Chairman and CEO of BlackRock. "By working alongside trusted Texas training institutions and workforce leaders, Future Builders is expanding access to skilled trades jobs that are essential to the state's economy - helping more Texans access good-paying careers and build long-term security." Future Builders will partner with leading union and independent training providers and educational institutions, including the IBEW-NECA electrical training ALLIANCE (etA), Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) of Dallas, and Texas State Technical College (TSTC). Together, these partners will expand access to training, help more people complete their training programs and get licensed, and put people on the path to long-term careers. With funding from The BlackRock Foundation, etA will launch The ProTech Skills Institute BlackRock Foundation Electrical College, a first-of-its-kind, statewide pre-apprenticeship program, which will include a 14-day immersive bootcamp to provide thousands of Texans with jobsite readiness preparation and industry-recognized safety credentials. The program will not only help more participants transition into union registered apprenticeship programs, but it will also support contractors to access workers from a statewide talent pool, addressing supply and demand challenges. "We're thrilled to partner with BlackRock through Future Builders to meet Texas' surging demand for skilled electrical workers, opening doors to long-term, family-sustaining careers in one of the nation's most essential trades," said Todd Stafford, Executive Director at electrical training ALLIANCE. IEC of Dallas will receive funding from The BlackRock Foundation to expand the independent electrical workforce pipeline in North Texas - one of the country's fastest growing regions for commercial construction. This partnership will introduce a BlackRock SafeSTART pre-apprenticeship program for thousands of local workers, providing 80-hours of safety training and hands-on lab experience as well as a direct on-ramp to IEC's registered apprenticeship program. IEC of Dallas will also use the funding to offer a journeyman exam prep course, helping eligible apprentices unlock higher earning potential and increasing the number of journeymen statewide. "IEC Dallas is excited to partner with BlackRock through the Future Builders program to strengthen Texas' electrical workforce. The results are showing successful outcomes. These programs are increasing licensed Journeyman electricians while our SafeSTART Pre-Apprenticeship Program is training and equipping individuals with industry recognized safety certifications," said Erin Stewart, Executive Director and CEO of Independent Electrical Contractors of Dallas. "We are delivering job-ready apprentice electricians, resulting in a real impact for contractors and the future of our industry." The BlackRock Foundation's grant to TSTC will support the establishment, development and implementation of a new Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology program, creating a college-based pathway that prepares students to test for their journeyman license. TSTC's new Construction Technologies Center in Waco positions it to expand training capacity beyond traditional apprenticeship routes - and this additional funding will help TSTC students prepare for licensure through advanced simulation labs, expanded instructor capacity, and targeted financial support. "TSTC is proud to join forces with BlackRock to address the critical skilled trades workforce gap in Texas. This partnership will enable us to expand hands-on training and provide more Texans with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed in high-demand careers," said Mike Reeser, Chancellor & CEO of Texas State Technical College. "Together, we are investing in the future of our students, our communities, and the economic vitality of our state." In addition to technical training, Future Builders will integrate financial education and digital tools into apprenticeship programs to help workers translate rising earnings into lasting financial stability. Through a grant to Dallas College, a new financial education course tailored specifically to electricians will be developed with input from industry and piloted with apprentices across Texas. This builds on work that BlackRock has done for more than 30 years, helping millions of Texans save and invest for retirement. Launching Future Builders in Texas deepens that commitment by pairing strong career pathways with financial education tools that support economic mobility and long-term financial wellbeing. "Dallas College and Dallas College Foundation are proud to partner with BlackRock through Future Builders to ensure Texans entering the skilled trades are prepared not only for great careers, but for long-term financial success," said Dr. Justin Lonon, Chancellor of Dallas College. "By embedding financial education directly into apprenticeship pathways for electricians, we are helping workers turn increased earning power into lasting economic mobility, strengthening families, communities, and the future of Texas' workforce." About The BlackRock Foundation Guided by BlackRock's purpose to help more and more people experience financial well-being, The BlackRock Foundation funds and partners with organizations that strengthen financial security by helping people earn, save and invest - earlier, more often and for their futures. About BlackRock. BlackRock's purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a provider of financial technology, Blackrock help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate. First Name * Last Name * Location * *Required information | Read its Privacy notice