The Economic Times

Mark Zuckerberg's wife Priscilla Chan invested $125 mn in a school for poor kids. Now she is shutting it down to invest in AI

A free school for underprivileged children will close after the 2025-26 academic year. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is redirecting funds towards artificial intelligence and research. This decision impacts approximately 540 students who relied on its comprehensive services. The school demonstrated strong academic performance and provided essential health support. Families are devastated by the abrupt cessation of vital community programs.