Priscilla Chan

Priscilla Chan is an American pediatrician and philanthropist.

Priscilla Chan is an American pediatrician and philanthropist. She is the co-founder and co-CEO of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, which she launched with her husband, Mark Zuckerberg, in 2015. She is also associated with The Primary School, an education-focused nonprofit school serving children and families.

Early life and education

Priscilla Chan was born in Braintree, Massachusetts, in 1985 and later studied at Harvard University before attending the University of California, San Francisco for medical training. She completed her pediatrics residency at UCSF.

Career in medicine

Chan trained and worked as a pediatrician, including clinical work at San Francisco General Hospital. Her medical background has been cited as a major influence on her later philanthropic priorities.

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

In 2015, Chan and Mark Zuckerberg launched the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative with a pledge to direct most of their Meta wealth toward philanthropy and related initiatives. The organization focuses on areas including biomedical research, education, and technology for social impact.

The Primary School

Chan helped found The Primary School, an education and health-focused school serving children and families in East Palo Alto and nearby communities. The model combines schooling with family support and health services.