Internet Archive

The Internet Archive is a nonprofit digital library that preserves and provides free access to a vast collection of the world’s knowledge and cultural artifacts, including websites, books, audio recordings, videos, and software. Its key beneficiaries include researchers, educators, journalists, and the general public who rely on open and enduring access to historical and contemporary digital content. With a mission centered on safeguarding the digital commons and ensuring information remains accessible, the Internet Archive defines success as the continued availability of vital records, especially those that are vulnerable to deletion or alteration. By capturing billions of web pages through the Wayback Machine and collaborating with over 800 partner institutions worldwide, the organization actively protects public access to critical data, counters digital censorship, and upholds the integrity of the historical record.

This grant was awarded in recognition of 100&Change semifinalist status.