What Acronis Cyber Foundation Program does

The Acronis Cyber Foundation Program is a non-profit corporate social responsibility initiative of Acronis, headquartered in Singapore and operating across 41 countries on five continents. Founded in 2018, it delivers a portfolio of philanthropic programs rather than a commercial product: the Schools Initiative constructs educational facilities in developing countries in partnership with NGOs such as buildOn/Groundbreaker and Child's Dream Foundation; the IT Skills Program provides digital and cybersecurity training to defined beneficiary segments including ex-offenders (Singapore, via the Yellow Ribbon Fund and IMDA), migrants (Switzerland and Germany), veterans (via the CompTIA A+ aligned SCSVets track), youth, and seniors; the Books Program supports childhood literacy; Cyber Safety Classes deliver interactive workshops on phishing, cyberbullying prevention, online privacy, and responsible AI; and, since the 2023 fifth anniversary, Environmental Projects add reforestation and cleanup activities. Programs are funded through a mix of Acronis corporate allocations, individual donations (100% of which flow to initiatives), and event-based fundraising (e.g., the 2019 Global Cyber Summit charity auction).

The foundation's core technology is a cyber safety and digital literacy curriculum, delivered through in-person workshops, online sessions, and school-based programs by Acronis employee volunteers and partner organizations. There is no software product, API, or proprietary platform underpinning the program; engagement runs through acronis.org, regional offices in Singapore, Schaffhausen, and Burlington, and a partner channel of NGOs, government institutions (IMDA, Burgas Municipality), and corporate allies (Cloudfest, Arsenal F.C., UNICEF, Red Cross Bulgaria). It has reached 65,000+ people cumulatively, with reported outcomes including a 70% employment rate within a month of IT Skills graduation in Singapore, a 92% volunteer retention rate, and 6 schools plus computer classrooms built in 2024.

The go-to-market is community-led and volunteer-driven rather than sales-led; beneficiaries are not charged and Acronis covers all administrative overhead. The foundation is wholly owned and funded by Acronis, with no independent funding rounds, external investors, or disclosed budget. Recognition includes the 2021 Asia-Pacific Stevie Gold Award (Innovation in Non-Profits), the 2024 ESG Excellence Class Award, the 2025 Tech Cares Award from TrustRadius, and the 2019 b2b Media Awards first prize in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Name

Acronis Cyber Foundation Program

Legal name

Acronis Cyber Foundation Program

Website

https://acronis.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

The Acronis Cyber Foundation Program is a non-profit CSR initiative of Acronis that delivers education, IT skills training, cyber safety workshops, school construction, books programs, and environmental projects to underserved communities across 41 countries on five continents, funded by Acronis and donations with all administrative costs covered by the parent.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Education and Humanitarian Services

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Educational Services (611), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Cybersecurity Learning Platforms (EDAFANAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cybersecurity (Digital Safety, Ethical Hacking Basics) (EDAMACAH), Digital Learning, EdTech Enablement & Connectivity for Education (BPADAKAH), Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Programs (BPAEANAF), Foundational Computer & Device Literacy (EDAAAIAA)

Keywords

• Digital literacy training
• Cyber safety education
• School construction programs
• IT skills training
• Humanitarian aid

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Corporate Social Responsibility Funding: The program is funded through Acronis corporate social responsibility initiatives. The company covers all administrative costs, ensuring 100% of donations go directly to initiatives. Funding supports school construction, IT skills training, and environmental projects.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Acronis Cyber Foundation Program delivers educational, digital literacy, and humanitarian initiatives globally. Core offerings include the Schools Initiative (constructing educational facilities in developing countries), the IT Skills Program (digital skills training for ex-offenders, migrants, youth, veterans, and seniors), Cyber Safety Classes (interactive cybersecurity awareness workshops for children and adults), Books Program (literacy support), and Environmental Projects (reforestation and cleanup activities). Programs are delivered through volunteer engagement, NGO partnerships, and corporate donations.

Product overview

The Acronis Cyber Foundation Program is a corporate social responsibility initiative by Acronis, launched in 2018. It operates as a unified portfolio of charitable programs rather than a commercial product platform. The core offerings include: the Schools Initiative (constructing educational facilities in developing countries), the IT Skills Program (digital literacy training for ex-offenders, migrants, youth, veterans, and seniors), Cyber Safety Classes (interactive cybersecurity education workshops), the Books Program (supporting childhood literacy), and Environmental Projects (tree planting and cleanup initiatives). These programs are delivered through partnerships with NGOs, government institutions, and volunteer contributions from Acronis employees worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IT Skills Programme: Training program providing IT and digital skills to ex-offenders, migrants, youth, and seniors
• Schools Initiative
• Books Initiative
• Acronis Cyber Foundation Ambassadors Program

Products and services

• Schools Initiative A global school construction program that builds educational facilities and computer classrooms in developing countries. Implemented in partnership with NGOs including buildOn (Groundbreaker) and Child's Dream Foundation. The initiative provides access to education for underserved communities across multiple countries including Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Senegal, Nepal, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Papua New Guinea.
• IT Skills Program Digital skills training program offering courses for ex-offenders, migrants, youth, veterans, and seniors. Includes basic IT literacy, cybersecurity awareness, and professional skills development. Operates in Singapore (in partnership with Yellow Ribbon Fund and IMDA), Switzerland (with Integres), Germany (with ReDI School), and Bulgaria. 70% of graduates in Singapore are employed within one month of course completion.
• Cyber Safety Classes Interactive workshops teaching cybersecurity fundamentals to children, parents, and seniors. Covers phishing awareness, password safety, online privacy, cyberbullying prevention, and responsible AI usage. Delivered globally by Acronis volunteers and partners including Eyetech in Malta and go tec! in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.
• Environmental Projects Environmental sustainability initiatives including tree planting, river cleanups, beach cleanups, and reforestation efforts. Partners include Šuma Peva (Serbia) and Club 200 (Bulgaria) for reforestation near schools, and OMV Petrom for the Romania Plantează pentru Mâini program — Romania's largest private reforestation effort.
• Books Program Program providing age-appropriate books to children in need, supporting literacy and educational development through donations and educational events like Buki Fest.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of IT Skills Programme graduates in Singapore employed within a month of completion
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.

• Yellow Ribbon FundcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Collaboration for IT Skills Programme helping ex-offenders in Singapore get jobs. Partnership includes graduation ceremonies and ongoing program delivery with 70% graduate employment rate.
• buildOn (Groundbreaker)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Implementation partner for school construction projects in developing countries. buildOn organizes community treks where Acronis employees volunteer to build schools. Partnership began in 2018 with first school construction in Senegal.
• IMDA (Infocomm Media Development Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner for digital literacy initiatives in Singapore, including Seniors Go Digital program.
• IntegressecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for IT skills training programs, particularly for immigrant communities in Switzerland.
• Child's Dream FoundationcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImplementing partner for school construction in Laos, Cambodia, and other countries. Coordinates school building projects.
• CloudfestsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerWorld's largest cloud and hosting event partnered with Acronis Foundation to fund school construction in Guatemala.
• BUSYMOUSEminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIT service provider supporting digital education initiatives for future generations.
• Arsenal F.C.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFootball club supporting school opening events and community initiatives through technology partnership.
• Climb Channel SolutionssecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting foundation with new computer classroom in Peru and educational infrastructure projects.
• RNT RauschsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnered to build school in Dominican Republic, focused on providing education globally.
• Zebra SystemsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting new computer classroom in Nepal to help community thrive through educational infrastructure.
• I.I.S. Eugenio Montale - Parco NordsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool in Italy hosting cyber safety workshops as part of Acronis' first CSR project in Italy.
• go tec!secondaryImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerScience and technology lab in Neuhausen collaborating on Cyber Safety Classes for children in Schaffhausen.
• ReDI School of Digital IntegrationsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerNGO in Germany empowering newcomers through digital skills education, collaborated with Acronis for digital learning support.
• EyetechsecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMalta-based managed services provider hosting cyber safety workshops for children, leading interactive detective games.
• Kokoda Track FoundationsecondaryImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartnered with Acronis to fund construction of double classroom at Kokoda College in Papua New Guinea.
• VirtualTechsecondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMexico-based partner supporting Escuela Rural Productiva with classroom construction and digital access expansion.
• PSICORP GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDonated refurbished devices and supported computer classroom opening in Mexico.
• Comunal (Hábitat Comunal y Vivienda A.C.)secondaryImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerNGO that helped young people in Tepetzintan design and build their own high school, partnered on computer classroom.
• Romanian National Institute for Active AgingsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiated national campaign for cybersecurity education for seniors, partnered with Acronis for awareness sessions.
• Šuma Peva (NGO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSerbia-based environmental NGO collaborating on reforestation initiatives near Belgrade schools.
• Club 200minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBulgarian environmental organization focused on reforestation initiatives near Lokorsko.
• OMV PetromminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiator of Romania Plantează pentru Mâini program, organizing largest private reforestation effort in Romania.
• UNICEFsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal partner for humanitarian and educational initiatives.
• Red Cross BulgariasecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerHumanitarian partner for community support and educational initiatives in Bulgaria.
• Telerik Academy SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTechnology education partner in Bulgaria.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Cisco Networking Academy: Cisco Networking Academy delivers IT and cybersecurity curriculum to underserved learners globally, including through partnerships with schools, NGOs, and government programs. Directly comparable to Acronis's IT Skills Program in audience (career-transitioning adults, students) and certification pathway.
• ReDI School of Digital Integration: ReDI School is a nonprofit providing digital skills and coding courses for newcomers, migrants, and women, with programs across Europe. An actual Acronis partner with near-identical program design (digital literacy for migrants), making it a close functional peer.
• (ISC)² Center for Cyber Safety and Education: (ISC)²'s nonprofit arm runs cyber safety education programs (including the Garfield-themed cyber safety initiative for children) and scholarship programs for cybersecurity students. Directly comparable to Acronis Cyber Foundation's cyber safety workshops and IT Skills Program in mission, audience, and delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• Google.org: Google.org is Alphabet's philanthropic arm funding large-scale education, digital literacy, and AI-skills initiatives globally. Comparable to Acronis Cyber Foundation in corporate-philanthropy structure, digital-skills focus, and global grantmaking footprint, but with vastly greater capital and broader scope.
• SAP Corporate Social Responsibility: SAP's CSR programs include digital skills and education initiatives for underserved populations across multiple continents, often in partnership with NGOs and governments. Comparable as another tech-company foundation investing in education and IT-skills programs at global scale.
• Microsoft Philanthropies: Microsoft Philanthropies runs technology skills, digital inclusion, and education programs for underserved communities worldwide, often via nonprofit and government partnerships. Strong incumbent peer — same corporate-CSR-for-education model, with deeper partner infrastructure and Microsoft TEALS/AI for Good overlap.

Emerging players

• Cyber.org (Cyber Innovation Center): Cyber.org provides K-12 cybersecurity education resources, teacher training, and student programs across the US and globally. Directly comparable to Acronis's Cyber Safety Classes for children, though Cyber.org is more curriculum- and teacher-focused than volunteer-workshop-driven.
• IBM SkillsBuild: IBM SkillsBuild offers free digital skills, AI, and cybersecurity training for underrepresented learners, job seekers, and students, with strong emphasis on credentialing. Comparable to Acronis's IT Skills Program in audience and intent, with a more developed credentialing and online-learning infrastructure.

Others

• CompTIA (certification body): CompTIA provides IT industry certifications (A+, Security+, Network+) and runs workforce-development programs for veterans, career changers, and underrepresented groups. Listed as an Acronis SCSVets partner; adjacent rather than directly competing, since CompTIA issues certifications while the foundation delivers training.
• Cyberlite Books: Cyberlite Books publishes children's cybersecurity and online-safety educational books and runs awareness workshops for kids and parents. Listed as an Acronis Cyber Foundation partner; closely adjacent in mission and audience but operates as a content/curriculum company rather than a foundation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

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Profiles4 records

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