Imagining a kinder, bolder future through creativity, curiosity, research, and play.

The Foundation for the Speculative Arts + Sciences supports
visionary ideas in art, science, history, and games.
BECAUSE A BETTER WORLD STARTS WITH IMAGINATION.

Our Areas of Focus

  • Speculative Arts

    We support creators who use stories, art, music, and film to imagine worlds and challenge assumptions.

  • Speculative Science

    We champion research and projects that explore bold, future-focused ideas and engage curious minds.

  • Historic Study

    We foster study of the past that deepens understanding, inspires imagination, and helps shape a wiser, kinder future.

  • Play + Games

    We celebrate play through games, cosplay, and interactive storytelling in ways that spark creativity, connection, and visionary thinking.

What We Do

The Foundation for the Speculative Arts + Sciences supports creators, scientists, historians, and playful visionaries who explore bold ideas and help build a better world.

We:

  • Host events like Mac Minicon to celebrate creativity and community

  • Support creators, researchers, and educators with resources, grants, and connections

  • Encourage inclusive, joyful exploration of visionary ideas

Our Values

  • Curiosity

    We honor the drive to ask questions, explore new ideas, and look at the world with wonder.

  • Kindness

    We believe inclusivity, respect, and generosity are essential to all we do. Imagination thrives where people feel safe and valued.

  • Vision

    We support bold thinking. Visionary ideas can light the way to a better world.

  • Payfulness

    We make space for joy, humor, and fun, because play invites creativity and connection.

  • Integrity

    We strive to act with honesty, thoughtfulness, and purpose, in service of our mission.