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Reid Hoffman Foundation

Hoffman philanthropic vehicle; AI policy, democracy, education
Tracked because Hoffman philanthropic vehicle; AI policy, democracy, education · 16 documented connections
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Philanthropic organization of Reid Hoffman. Funds AI policy research, democracy-strengthening initiatives, and education. Hoffman has donated $25M+ to Democratic campaigns and PACs. Funded the American Engagement Technologies group in 2017. Direct parallel to Thiel Foundation's political philanthropy.

Facts on record1
Connections mapped16
Sources cited5
✦ Thin coverage gap +69 connected to 16 entities · only 1 facts on record · flagged for follow-up research
Evidence: 1S
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🧠 Cognitive harm via shared boards / co-investments
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Tracked platforms owned by entities this person sits on a board with, founded with, or co-invested in.
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2 documented harms · Moderate
via Reid Hoffman (founder)
2 documented harms · Documented
via Reid Hoffman (founder)
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No documented contradictions on file.
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Key Connections
→ USASpending.gov institution
Database Search
An automated database search on USASpending.gov found no contracts for the Reid Hoffman Foundation as of 2026-04-13. The provided text notes this reflects search coverage limits, not a confirmed absence of records.
← Reid Hoffman person
founder
Reid Hoffman founded the Reid Hoffman Foundation.
Facts (1)
Data Freshness
Ageing Last update: 160d ago · Avg age: 250d
Confidence Tiers: Primary Source — cross-referenced government/corporate filings Pending Review — sourced but not independently verified AI Inference — analytical hypothesis from cross-referencing
Raw Filing Records (1) — unsourced metadata
Pending Review Search scope note: No usaspending contracts found for "Reid Hoffman Foundation" in automated database search as of 2026-04-13. This reflects search coverage limits, not confirmed absence from public record.
Added: 13 Apr 2026 UNVERIFIED Research: Reid Hoffman Foundation — USASpending contracts (no results)
All Connections (16)
→ USASpending.gov institution
Database Search primary since 2026
An automated database search on USASpending.gov found no contracts for the Reid Hoffman Foundation as of 2026-04-13. The provided text notes this reflects search coverage limits, not a confirmed absence of records.
→ Greylock Partners company
Affiliated Entity secondary since 2009
Reid Hoffman is a partner at Greylock Partners, and the Reid Hoffman Foundation's funding originates from his wealth generated partly through his role at the venture capital firm.
→ LinkedIn company
Affiliated Entity secondary since 2003
Reid Hoffman co-founded LinkedIn, and the Reid Hoffman Foundation's assets stem from his proceeds from the sale of the company.
→ Meta Platforms company
Indirect Connection via Hoffman inferential since 2004
Reid Hoffman was an early investor in Facebook (Meta Platforms) and served on its board; the Reid Hoffman Foundation indirectly benefits from this investment.
→ Open Philanthropy institution
Grant Recipient / Partner secondary since 2018
The Reid Hoffman Foundation has co-funded or aligned grants with Open Philanthropy in areas such as AI safety and biosecurity.
→ Inflection AI company
Affiliated Entity secondary since 2022
Reid Hoffman co-founded Inflection AI, and the Reid Hoffman Foundation's grantmaking in AI ethics and safety is connected to his work with this company.
Grant Recipient secondary since 2020
The Reid Hoffman Foundation has provided funding to the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI (HAI).
→ Knight Foundation AI Fund organization
Co-Funder secondary since 2019
The Reid Hoffman Foundation has partnered with the Knight Foundation on AI-related grant initiatives.
→ OpenAI company
Indirect Connection via Hoffman inferential since 2015
Reid Hoffman was an early investor in and board member of OpenAI; the Foundation's AI grantmaking agenda is influenced by this relationship.
→ Microsoft company
Indirect Connection via Hoffman inferential since 2017
Reid Hoffman served on Microsoft's board, and the Foundation has engaged in joint philanthropic initiatives with Microsoft.
→ Schmidt Futures institution
Co-Funder / Partner secondary since 2018
The Reid Hoffman Foundation has collaborated with Schmidt Futures on technology and AI risk-related philanthropic projects.
→ AI Ethics Council organization
Affiliated Entity inferential since 2021
Reid Hoffman has participated in AI ethics advisory bodies that the Foundation has funded or supported.
← Reid Hoffman person
founder primary
Reid Hoffman founded the Reid Hoffman Foundation.
funding_relationship inferential since 2015
CAP has received donations from the Reid Hoffman Foundation, as both appear in lists of organizations funded by major Silicon Valley philanthropists.
← Democracy Alliance institution
associated organization inferential since 2015
Reid Hoffman Foundation is associated with Democracy Alliance through Reid Hoffman's donor membership.
← FWD.us institution
affiliated_organization inferential since 2013
FWD.us is listed adjacent to Reid Hoffman Foundation in the known entities database, suggesting organizational connection or co-listing.
Sources (5)
2026-05-09 UNVERIFIED SEARCH_ERROR: Reid Hoffman Foundation not found in opencorporates claim_flag Processed 📜 Receipt
2026 UNVERIFIED Research: Reid Hoffman Foundation — Parliamentary records (no results) parliamentary_record Processed 📜 Receipt
2026 UNVERIFIED Research: Reid Hoffman Foundation — Court records (no results) court_document Processed 📜 Receipt
2026 UNVERIFIED Research: Reid Hoffman Foundation — Lobbying disclosures (no results) government_disclosure Processed 📜 Receipt
2026 UNVERIFIED Research: Reid Hoffman Foundation — USASpending contracts (no results) contract Processed 📜 Receipt