Sometimes leaving a mark means removing one.
As proud sponsors of the McLaren Formula 1 Team, our logo has a prominent spot on the team's cars during the electrifying Grand Prix season. But we're not satisfied with brand exposure alone. During select races, we seize the chance to hand over this coveted spot to a game-changing nonprofit, creating a ripple effect of impact worldwide.
We call this Sponsor X.
Helping create a world where anyone can thrive
McLaren and Smartsheet both believe that we owe it to the next generation to prepare them for the challenges ahead. Smartsheet may not be in the business of driving at extreme speeds, but we are dedicated to making work matter for individuals, their companies, and their customers. And, like McLaren, we believe in supporting those who are championing the power of creative thinkers and explorers.
Sometimes leaving a mark means removing one
As proud sponsors of the McLaren Formula 1 Team, our logo had a prominent spot on the team's cars during the electrifying 2022 and 2023 F1 seasons. Not satisfied with brand exposure alone, during select races, we seized the chance to hand over this coveted spot to a game-changing nonprofit, creating a ripple effect of impact worldwide.
We call this Sponsor X.
Helping create a world where anyone can thrive
McLaren and Smartsheet both believe in powering work that matters. Smartsheet may not be in the business of driving at extreme speeds, but we are dedicated to making work matter for individuals, their companies, and their customers. And, like McLaren, we believe in supporting those who are empowering future leaders in STEM, helping youth not just get to the starting line, but to soar past it.
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Global Recognition
Based on the impact our Sponsor X nonprofits make in their communities every day
Global Recognition
Based on the impact DeadlyScience and The Hidden Genius Project make in their communities every day
Meet Three Geniuses
The Hidden Genius Project trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities.
Hesten Parrish
OAK7 Hidden Genius Alum
Growing up in East Oakland, Hesten wanted to be part of The Hidden Genius Project from the time he wrote his first code in middle school. Winner of numerous debate awards, he also practices Taekwondo, and is a pilot in training.
Brendan Kariithi
RICH5 Hidden Genius Alum
For Brendan, math concepts and theories just click. His passion is to have a career in electrical engineering. He is a student body leader in his high school where he’s working on a project to create a resource area in his school for video editing and 3D printing.
Paris Irving
Genius Fellow Educator, OAK3
Described as a self-taught technological spirit, always skating with an unbridled joy about learning new things, Paris has been with The Hidden Genius Project since 2015 and helps teach youth at the West Oakland Youth Center.
The Hidden Genius Project student outcomes
Students served since 2012 (across all programs globally)
Geniuses served in the 15-month Intensive Immersion Program
Youth of color served in the Catalyst and Community Partnership Programs
Student retention for all intensive immersion Program Geniuses
High school graduation Geniuses eligible to graduate from high school
Post-secondary education of age Geniuses that have graduated from high school
Global reach
Based in Oakland, CA, The Hidden Genius Project has been mentoring Black male talent and youth of color for a decade. With program sites in Oakland, Richmond, Los Angeles, and Detroit, the organization has plans to expand to two additional locations in the U.S. next year.
Help us support The Hidden Genius Project with a donation today.
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