Mark Cuban Foundation Unveils 2025 AI Training Programs
The Mark Cuban Foundation is set to host its AI Bootcamp in multiple locations across the United States and internationally next year, with a focus on providing free AI education for teens.
In the U.S., confirmed locations include Melbourne, Florida (hosted by Groundswell Startups, Florida’s Space Coast), San Antonio, Texas (in partnership with Girls Inc.), and various Boys & Girls Clubs nationwide. Over 29 cities across the country will be hosting these bootcamps, making AI education more accessible than ever.
The program targets teens interested in exploring AI technologies, with a primary aim of empowering the next generation of technology innovators. Availability is limited, and interested students must apply by September 30, 2025, for the Melbourne camp specifically, with applications open for other locations as well.
The program is free of charge and open to middle and high school students. While specific age or grade requirements may vary by location, the association with youth-focused organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs and Girls Inc. implies that it caters to this demographic.
Mark Cuban, the founder of the Mark Cuban Foundation, emphasizes the importance of ensuring that all young people have access to AI technology. He states, "It's essential that we equip our youth with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in a world dominated by AI."
The curriculum offers hands-on experience with generative AI tools, ethical AI modules, and specialized tracks in various fields. Each location will have a dedicated Teacher Fellow to enhance educational outcomes.
In addition to the student bootcamps, the Foundation is also offering a Teacher Fellowship. This year-long program supports 30 educators with stipends, mentorship, and national recognition. Participants will complete capstone projects under the guidance of industry mentors. Applications for both the student bootcamps and the Teacher Fellowship are open at markcubanai.org.
The Mark Cuban Foundation's goal is to ensure that every interested student, regardless of background or resources, can explore AI and its limitless possibilities. Charlotte Dungan, the Chief Learning Officer at the Mark Cuban Foundation, emphasizes the importance of equipping underserved students and educators with practical AI skills and ethical insights.
The 2025 Bootcamp Locations include Arizona: Tempe, California: Mountain View, Colorado: Denver, Connecticut: Hartford, Florida: Melbourne, Miami, Georgia: Atlanta, Illinois: Chicago, Indiana: Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Iowa: Johnston (Des Moines area), Kansas: Hutchinson, Michigan: Pontiac, Minnesota: Minneapolis, Missouri: St. Louis, Nebraska: Omaha, New York: New York City, North Carolina: Charlotte, Raleigh, Ohio: Cleveland, Pennsylvania: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Rhode Island: Providence, Texas: Houston, Richardson, San Antonio, Plano, Utah: Salt Lake City, Virginia: Richmond.
Bootcamps will be held on November 1, 8, and 15, 2025. Prospective applicants should visit the Mark Cuban AI Foundation’s official channels or the specific partner organizations hosting the bootcamps for precise location availability and application details.
- The Mark Cuban Foundation's AI Bootcamp, focusing on personal growth and learning through technology, aims to make AI education accessible to all, even encouraging participation from underserved students and educators.
- In the pursuit of education and self-development, the Mark Cuban Foundation's program offers free AI education to middle and high school students, empowering them with skills and knowledge needed for the AI-dominated future, while also providing a Teacher Fellowship for educators.
