Education is critical to each citizen's ability to succeed, and Intel is committed helping students, everywhere, with the skills required to succeed. As a global technology leader, Intel is committed not only to creating innovative technology, but to helping people around the world use it effectively to better their lives. In order to thrive in today's knowledge economy, students must do far more than acquire facts and data – they must understand how to use that information in order to become creators of knowledge and innovation.

Together with governments, ministries of education, universities, and other organizations, Intel has formed public-private partnerships to foster excellence in education and create opportunities for the next generation. Integral to our mission is a focus on "success for all," including women, under-represented minorities, and those with little or no access to technology.

Every year, the Intel® Education Initiative invests approximately USD 100 million in cash and in-kind donation aiming to build and enhance local competency and to address needs specific to each country and community, in order to:

• Improve teaching and learning through the effective use of technology
• Advance math, science, and engineering education and research
• Advocate for educational excellence