Our mission is to drive measurable improvement in quality of life,
access to knowledge, and economic growth for Lithuanians across the globe.
Funding a new LEARN on.ai initiative to introduce engaging and personalized AI tools developed by Lithuanian startups in schools across the country.
We are a philanthropic foundation operating in the U.S. and Lithuania, established in 2023 by the co-founders of the former professional services company Devbridge, who contributed $10 million to the Foundation’s endowment.
By enabling ambitious partners in Lithuania and abroad, we support joint initiatives whose impact we see in children’s future career success and the strengthening of Lithuania’s international visibility and reputation. We provide annual funding for initiatives ranging from several thousand to several tens of thousands of euros.
We expand access to innovative and entrepreneurial knowledge - in Lithuania and globally - by partnering with organizations that share this vision and have the tools to bring it to life.
This activity focuses on breaking down barriers to education and professional development. With the support of our partners, we provide access to innovative knowledge - including practical learning, cutting-edge educational programs, and hands-on experience - empowering the next generation with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed.
In this focus area, we invite partners who share our goal of inspiring and preparing future leaders by promoting knowledge sharing and skill development, ensuring young people are ready for future professions and empowered to build their careers with confidence. The foundation connects a network of businesses and entrepreneurs with the next generation of practitioners and leaders. We also encourage potential beneficiaries of this focus area to explore relevant initiatives on our website.
We aim for Lithuania to rank among the top 3 countries globally in education (PISA rankings), to reduce regional disparities among children worldwide, and to see Lithuania among the top 10 countries in the Global Innovation Index (WIPO).
We support the growth of the entrepreneurship network and mentorship-driven initiatives towards better opportunities for youth to learn, create, and grow through entrepreneurship, led by our potential partners. We support the enterprising pursuits of creative and industrious individuals, fostering an ecosystem where risk is rewarded.
We believe economic potential and growth are limitless. This focus area aims to reduce barriers for young people entering the entrepreneurial path and to empower them to confidently bring their ideas to life. We work with dedicated partners to support young people — especially those seeking to build their own businesses or launch social initiatives.
Our goal is for every young person with an idea to have the tools, support, and connections needed for a successful start. In this area, we invite partners who believe in the power of youth entrepreneurship to strengthen communities and create long-term value. The foundation connects business leaders, creators, and innovators with the new generation of young entrepreneurs across Lithuanian communities in the United States, in Lithuania, and around the world.
Our ambition is to build a strong global network of young Lithuanian entrepreneurs and a rapidly growing startup ecosystem that will help increase the ICT sector’s contribution to Lithuania’s GDP to 20% by 2030.
Embracing our origins helps us shape a brighter future. We empower creators who preserve Lithuanian identity through culture and technology-driven projects with global aspirations.
This focus area is dedicated to strengthening the connection with Lithuania’s cultural heritage and its contemporary creative expressions. The foundation brings together creators, cultural organizations, diaspora leaders, and emerging talent to build a future in which Lithuanian culture is not only preserved but also expanding, evolving, and visible on the global stage.
We support partners who develop initiatives that promote the exploration, preservation, and creative expression of Lithuanian culture. Our goal is to strengthen cultural identity and connection to Lithuania among Lithuanian communities worldwide.
We seek international recognition and Lithuania’s inclusion in global creative innovation networks, ensuring that the stories and achievements of Lithuanian creators are published and celebrated across platforms worldwide.
The origin of the foundation traces its roots to 2008, a year in which a professional services firm started its operations in Chicago. After opening offices in Kaunas and Vilnius, the team saw an opportunity to strengthen the skillset of university students by offering a highly competitive, free to attend academy (Sourcery Academy) that enabled participants to apply their skills to real world challenges for US clients. The program produced over 2,500 graduates over the course of last ten years.
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The founding members are the original eight business partners from the professional services firm Devbridge. Upon the sale of business in 2021, this group of friends and business associates agreed to donate a portion of the proceeds and start Devbridge Foundation.







