The Heinlein Prize Trust is a renowned brand that upholds the legacy of Robert and Virginia Heinlein, the acclaimed science fiction authors. This trust is entrusted with a significant portion of the Heinleins' literary properties and is dedicated to investing and maintaining their assets. Guided by the principle of "Pay it Forward," the Trust endeavors to support initiatives that align with the Heinleins' goals and beliefs.

In addition to managing investments, the Trust holds the copyrights to most of the Heinleins' works, including their recently discovered book, "For Us, the Living," along with audio, movie, and television rights. Purchasing a Heinlein work directly contributes to the future of space exploration and the realization of a human presence in space.

The Trust's primary initiative is the Heinlein Prize®, which aims to recognize and encourage advancements in commercial space activities. They offer various awards and competitions, including the Microgravity Research Competition and the Heinlein Commercial Space Activity Prize. Moreover, the Trust plays a pivotal role in supporting the Heinlein Society and the Heinlein Archives at UC Santa Cruz, actively working to develop its assets and provide access to the extensive collection of Heinlein's documents through the online Heinlein Archives. By supporting the Heinlein Prize Trust, you are contributing to the preservation of a visionary's legacy and the advancement of humanity's future in space.