The Klaus Tschira Foundation is a German nonprofit organization based in Heidelberg that promotes the natural sciences, mathematics and computer science, aiming to strengthen society’s appreciation of these fields. Its work spans early childhood, schools, universities and research institutions, with a focus on education, research and science communication. The foundation combines direct engagement with grantmaking: it develops and runs its own projects and awards funding to proposals following review.

Its initiatives include Explore Science, hands-on science events for children, young people and families; Forscherstation, which helps early-years and primary-school educators engage children with science; and Jugend präsentiert, which develops students’ skills in presenting scientific and mathematical topics. The foundation also supports research through organizations such as the Heidelberg Institute for Theoretical Studies and the Heidelberg Institute for Geoinformation Technology. Other initiatives include the KlarText science communication prize, the Heidelberg Laureate Forum and the Science Media Center Germany, which provides journalists with research-based evidence and information. Together, these activities connect learning, scientific discovery and public understanding.