The Livermore Lab Foundation is an independent, key philanthropic partner to Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, providing mechanisms for public and private investments, grants and philanthropic gifts that support research, student fellows, STEM outreach, education and community initiatives.
Honoring visionary LLNL director and national security pioneer, Johnny Foster
Former Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Director John S. Foster Jr., a pioneering physicist and nuclear weapon designer who shaped U.S. national security for seven decades, died on April 25 at the age of 102. We’re proud to honor his leadership and legacy through our John S. Foster, Jr. Undergraduate Fellowship, which enables rising undergraduate seniors to pursue research critical to the security and prosperity of the nation.
Our Areas of Impact
Advancing Neuro Disease Research
Accelerating Earth & Atmospheric Science
Catalyzing Fusion Innovation & Energy
Inspiring Future STEM Leaders
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Expanding Opportunities with Full-Year Fellowships
Thanks to the generosity of the Davis Family, LLF is supporting two Full-Year Fellows in 2025! This unique program extends the traditional 10–12 week summer fellowship through the academic year, allowing students to continue their research remotely with LLNL mentors. By staying engaged, Fellows deepen their expertise, sharpen their skills, and contribute more meaningfully to LLNL’s research ecosystem. Learn more about our fellows Osman Brown, Carbon Fellow, and Danny Humphrey, Life Sciences Fellow.
Jan Tulk Joins Livermore Lab Foundation Board of Directors
Jan Tulk, the former well-respected Laboratory Counsel at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, has joined the board of directors of the Livermore Lab Foundation.