Carbon Academy

    Our Purpose

    Empowering Economic Opportunity

    Our core efforts help create opportunities for the next generation of investors, support paths to entrepreneurship for people of all backgrounds, and foster community-level engagement for our employees.

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    Nasdaq Foundation

    The Nasdaq Foundation works to advance wealth creation and economic resilience by partnering on scalable solutions that empower future founders and investors.
    The Nasdaq Foundation works to advance wealth creation and economic resilience by partnering on scalable solutions that empower future founders and investors.
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    Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center

    The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center is a non-profit building a better path for entrepreneurs worldwide by improving inclusion, access, and knowledge in entrepreneurship.

    The Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center is a non-profit building a better path for entrepreneurs worldwide by improving inclusion, access, and knowledge in entrepreneurship.

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    Purpose@Work

    Together, by exercising our corporate expertise and investing our time and talent in the areas in which we live and work, we can make a meaningful difference in our local communities and those around the world.

    Together, by exercising our corporate expertise and investing our time and talent in the areas in which we live and work, we can make a meaningful difference in our local communities and those around the world.

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    "Economic opportunity means ensuring everyone has equitable access to the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to create lasting prosperity and build generational wealth."

    How we're fostering growth, prosperity, and sustainable development

    Financial Literacy

    Access to Capital​

    Digital Innovation

    Community Impact & Sustainable Development

    Advanced Data & Intelligence

    Partner Stories & Resources

    Learn more about how our partners are creating pathways to economic opportunity in communities around the world.

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    Subscribe to Purpose in Action

    Navigating today's changing world with a renewed purpose to build a better global economy.

    As individuals and local economies thrive the benefits cascade throughout the larger society, creating a ripple effect of positive change and economic advancement.

    Nasdaq's 2025 Economic Opportunity Summit
    The Economic Opportunity Summit brought together bold voices at the intersection of tech, money, access, and storytelling. From creators to investors, we explored how purposeful growth can unlock prosperity for all.
    Oct 15, 2025
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