I don’t get many happy days at work, but yesterday was honestly one of the happiest days that I have had in my 22 year career.
Skydio For All
Creating a lasting positive impact for communities and future generations.
About the Program
Skydio For All focuses on opening the door to aerial robotics as a viable career path for future generations from diverse backgrounds. To accomplish this, we engage with local and global communities on educational, civic and cultural initiatives that have a lasting positive impact on the world — from youth STEM education to military veterans support to cultural and historical preservation, as well as wildlife conservation and humanitarian aid. Our collective efforts provide awareness and resources that foster increased accessibility, education and inclusion within Skydio, the wider tech world and our local community.
Origins
In the midst of the COVID pandemic, a handful of diverse Skydio employees brainstormed new ways to support communities in need with Skydio’s core strengths. Out of shared conversations and convictions emerged the foundation for what would become Skydio For All.
The mission of Skydio is to make the world more productive, creative and safe with autonomous flight. It’s what drives us to create technologies that are revolutionizing the way work gets done across a range of critical industries. Yet, as technology advances, we’re mindful of communities that may not have access to its many benefits.
Education, outreach, and building trust are the vital pillars of elevating the communities around us in proportion to our innovation. We are shaped by the core values of accountability, transparency, and the protection of civil liberties in order to create a positive impact on all future generations. We strive to lead by example and hope to inspire others.
From Our CEO
We believe companies have a role to play in shaping how new technology is deployed and the impact that it has on communities — and the world at large. Through our Skydio For All program, we aspire to build trust and awareness through community outreach and education. We’re deeply committed to furthering our investment in programs that enrich the world around us.
As someone who was exposed to engineering for the first time through drone technology, I am personally passionate about Skydio engaging with, and inspiring future generations of innovators with the Skydio For All program.
— Adam Bry, Skydio Founder and CEO
Our Impact
7000 Students with hands-on flights
450+ Vehicles donated
55 Total nonprofits supported
“ These STEM programs are great. They get these kids exposed to new technology and new opportunities that are out there.
Youth STEM Education
We aim to educate and inspire the next generation through hands-on activities and flight experiences. We focus on non-profit and educational programs engaged in supporting underserved communities in STEM education. We’re passionate about empowering youth to take the drone industry to new heights through our education outreach efforts.
Teaching Responsible Use
For many students, Skydio is their first exposure to drones. Students learn how to safely operate drones along with the considerations they should have for the people and environment around them during flights.
Creating Hands-on Experiences
Learning by doing creates engaging and memorable experiences. Students learn by flying Skydio drones, exploring software features such as KeyFrame and 3D Scan, as well as interacting with industry professionals.
Inspiring Future Generations
When students can see themselves in roles and have access to focused attention from industry professionals, it reinforces endless possibilities. In each interaction, we strive to build confidence and capability with each participant.
Increasing Accessibility
Getting into drones with the latest drone technology can be daunting and financially challenging. We aim to provide opportunities and access to our technology for educators and non-profits who are uplifting the next generation.
STEM event locations to date:
STEM stories
Drones and Chicago First Responders Take Flight at Johnson College Prep’s Youth Fly Day
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Brooklyn Youth Fly Day: Igniting Dreams and Innovations at Lamad Academy
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Learning to fly at Virginia’s SMART Community STEM Camp.
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Young Women Learn to Fly at Skydio HQ.
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Skydio Unveils Social Impact Program and Inaugural Skydio For All Report.
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Military Veterans Support
Some of our closest business partnerships are with military leaders and veterans. Our respect and appreciation for their dedication and sacrifice is the reason we're proud to support the military veteran community with a range of Skydio For All initiatives.
Veterans stories
Empowering Veterans with Aerial Robotics: Skydio's 2024 Scholarship Expansion.
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Uplifting those who have served.
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This Memorial Day, Skydio is Saying "Thank You" to our Veterans & First Responders.
Read articleCultural & Historical Preservation
With Skydio’s suite of innovative technologies, including advanced obstacle avoidance and 3D Scan, communities can create digital twins of important cultural assets at an accelerated rate. These digital twins enable communities to document, preserve and rebuild structures before they are gone forever, making them ever accessible for generations to come.
Mapping the Changu Narayan Temple.
Nepal experienced a 7.8M earthquake in 2015 that killed nearly 9,000 people and injured more than 21,000 — damaging or destroying 750,000 homes. The oldest temple in the region, Changunarayan Temple, suffered devastating effects of the earthquake.
Wildlife Conservation
Our automated workflows assist researchers and organizations to expedite the work they do to protect and preserve endangered species and their habitats. Through our close collaboration with our partners, we support those who play a crucial role in the fight to preserve the earth's precious wildlife.
Wildlife Counting in Kenya.
“Using Skydio’s drone technology, we were able to monitor the movements of wildlife in and out of protected areas. It helped us get data that otherwise would not be obtainable by the rangers”.
Humanitarian Aid
The frequency and intensity of humanitarian crises around the globe can’t be ignored. We’re striving to do our part to bring relief to areas of the world experiencing tremendous hardships — whether due to natural disaster or as a result of conflict. Our autonomous drone technology has proven to be an indispensable tool for governments and relief agencies to better understand the scope of the crises they are facing, and the level of response required to help those in greatest need.
Humanitarian stories
USAID Delivers Skydio Autonomous Camera Drones to Ukraine to Document War Crimes.
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Making a Difference in Senior Care.
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Skydio Supports Hurricane Ian Recovery Efforts.
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