UNITY SOCIAL IMPACT

Creativity can change the world

Our technology and grant programs empower creators of all kinds to imagine a more sustainable and inclusive future.

 

 

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Our mission

We believe the world is a better place with more creators in it – and creativity can and should come from anyone, anywhere. Unity supports Social Impact visionaries in driving change, facilitates education programs for the next generation of real-time 3D creators, and collaborates internally and externally to protect our planet.

Empowering creators

Change happens when all voices are heard. That’s why we invest in creating economic opportunities for underrepresented creators and maximize the impact their work has on local communities and the world.

Opportunity for all

Learning should be accessible to everyone. We offer free, comprehensive educational resources and collaborate with institutions and nonprofits to enable over 300,000 students and educators to learn Unity every year.

Protecting our planet

We’re committed to driving sustainability through minimizing our environmental impact and supporting creators leveraging real-time 3D to decarbonize the world.

Our impact

We're committed to supporting creators, learners, and nonprofits. Read our 2022 Environmental, Social, and Governance report.

$8M in grants

We awarded $8 million in grant funding to empower creators to have positive, inclusive impacts in the areas of education, digital health and wellbeing, and sustainability in 2022.

$1.4B worth of software donated

We provided $1.4 billion worth of software to institutions, students, and educators to support technology-related training and make learning Unity engaging, accessible, and fun.

720k people supported

We supported over 720,000 people including learners, educators, and creators through a wide array of programs and initiatives.

Unity for Humanity – helping creators drive change

Creators around the globe are using Unity to tell stories and build tools that will have positive and meaningful impacts on their communities and the planet. We devote funding, time, and resources to support creators in getting their projects over the finish line and amplifying their reach.

Explore the grant-winning projects below for inspiring examples of what’s possible with Unity’s real-time 3D technology.

Critical Distance

An augmented reality (AR) experience, Critical Distance dives into the world of Southern Resident Orcas, spotlighting their struggle against a dwindling food supply and noise pollution.

Dot’s Home

Follow a Black woman living in her grandmother’s Detroit home amid redlining and gentrification to ask “How did your family end up where they are and how much choice did they have?”

Apart of Me

Mobile game Apart of Me translates bereavement counseling techniques into a 3D world to help young people and their families through the heartbreak and confusion of grief.

Empowering through education

We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to create their own future, and we’re committed to upskilling the next generation of creators through our free online learning platform, our partnerships with schools, and our free Unity Pro licenses for students and educators.

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Free learning resources

We provide over 750 hours of free on-demand learning resources to help make lucrative technology careers more inclusive and accessible to all.

Equipping the next generation

We offer Unity Pro for free to students and educators to empower the next generation of real-time 3D creators with the platform used by professionals in their dream careers.

Education for all

We work with academic institutions and non-profits to ensure they have the tools they need to develop innovative training programs that set students and educators up for success.

Protecting the planet

We’re committed to driving sustainability throughout our entire ecosystem, from reducing our environmental impact to supporting creators leveraging real-time 3D to decarbonize the world, raise awareness of climate issues, and promote conservation.

Sustainability at Unity
Environmental footprint

We track and reduce our environmental footprint and offset our carbon emissions.

Operations

We use green building practices and energy-efficient equipment to green our operations.

Decarbonizing gaming

We help make the entire gaming industry more sustainable and empower players to make a positive impact.

Real-world change

We support creators leveraging real-time 3D to create a more sustainable world.

We are all changemakers

We encourage our employees to drive positive change and respond to real-world situations.

Charitable giving

We grant funds to various organizations in support of current and future Unity creators having a positive impact on communities around the globe.

Responsive giving

In response to disasters and humanitarian crises, responsive giving enables us to support employees and the communities they live and work in during times of need.

Volunteer time off

Unity employees receive 20 hours of volunteer time off per year that they may use to give back to their communities and the causes that matter most to them.

Matching donations

Unity offers employees up to $500 USD per year in donation matching, which employees can direct to charities, nonprofits, and organizations making a difference.

ESG – Environmental, Social, and Governance

At Unity, we're committed to fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world for all. We hold ourselves accountable to this vision through annual ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting which outlines our recent impacts and our plans to continue making the world a better place.

Learn more about Unity's commitment to ESG and our future goals

Memberships and alliances

Join the Social Impact community

Sign up for our mailing list for regular doses of inspiration and to be first to hear about grants, events, workshops, free courses, and other opportunities.

Unity Social Impact FAQ

What is Unity Social Impact?

The Unity Social Impact division is built on three key areas of impact: Education and Economic Opportunity for All, Sustainability, and Social Impact creators. Through the Charitable Fund, Unity for Humanity, Employee Giving, and Education programs, Unity aims to empower employees and creators of all backgrounds to foster a more inclusive, sustainable world.

What is Unity for Humanity?

Unity for Humanity is a Unity Social Impact program with a mission to uplift social impact creators and their work through grants, mentorship, and partnership opportunities. Learn more at unity.com/humanity and subscribe to the Social Impact mailing list to stay up-to-date on the latest grant opportunities.

What is the Unity Charitable Fund?

The Unity Charitable Fund provides the financial means to bring our social impact goals to life. The program was created with 750,000 shares of Unity common stock. In 2021, we awarded approximately $4.5M from the fund to support current and future creators who are building RT3D experiences with meaningful impacts on society and the planet.

What is the Unity Employee Giving Program?

Our Giving Program allows employees to positively impact local and global communities and contribute to the causes that matter most to them. Each year, employees receive 20 paid volunteer hours and up to $500 USD in donation matching, plus a one-time corporate donation to direct to eligible organizations of their choice.

I have an in-progress Social Impact project. How can I get your support?

The Unity for Humanity program supports social impact creators with grants, mentorship, and partnerships. Sign up for the Social Impact mailing list to be notified about the latest opportunities.

How do you measure your impact?

We release an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) report every year which contains key information about our sustainability metrics, creator grants, future targets, and more. Download the 2021 ESG report.

How can I join Unity’s Social Impact team?

Check out our Careers site and search for ‘Social Impact’ to view open roles.

I’m an investor. How can I get more information?

For information about our stocks, finances, events, presentations, investor news, and governance, visit our Investor Relations site.

I want to create a Social Impact project. Where do I start?

If you’re new to Unity, get started with the wealth of free resources available on learn.unity.com, including access to 750+ hours of on-demand learning sessions and structured Pathways to prepare for a career in tech.

If you’re already a Unity expert, browse the Changemakers Showcase for inspiration for your first Social Impact project.

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