Better Futures Institute

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We are an AI research and product lab building the infrastructure for the cities of the future. Through public purpose AI and civic tech, we help leaders and communities better understand, govern, and serve in the age of artificial intelligence.

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We are an organization advancing a culture of innovation and civic engagement by creating pathways for leaders to drive the sustainable and resilient cities of the future.

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Better Futures Institute 24-25 Impact Report

Turning tech into civic action. $182K in paid internships and $2M saved for public partners.

Focus areas

We harness technology, data, research, and storytelling to empower communities, advance innovation, and inform policy.

Programs

Empowering young leaders in STEAM via an internship and fellowship program.

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Research

Enhancing policy focused on socioeconomic development and urban transformation in South Texas.

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Public Technology

Activating community engagement and building solutions for resilient cities.

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Better Future Series

Spotlighting San Antonio residents shaping innovative efforts in their community.

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Programs

Empowering young leaders in STEAM via an internship and fellowship program.

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Research

Studying South Texas Triangle's urban evolution & socioeconomic growth. A transformative research venture

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Civic Tech

BFI empowers through community engagement & design tools for resilient cities. Strengthening civic participation

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Better Future Series

Spotlighting innovative San Antonio residents shaping a better future for our communities.

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MISSIOn Statement

To equip future-forward civc leaders with the intelligence needed to build better, sustainable, and resilient cities of the future.

Join Our Programs and Team

Learn more about us, our focus areas, and our internship and fellowship programs.

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Support Our Work

Donate and support our work in building more inclusive and resilient cities for all.

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LATEST RESEARCH & INSIGHTS

July 3, 2025

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White Paper: Urban Planning and Public Infrastructure in San Antonio

July 3, 2025

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White Paper: Economic Development in San Antonio, TX.

July 3, 2025

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Introducing the Civic Tech Scholars Spring 2025

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