Gatsby is a London-based philanthrophic organisation with interest in Plant science research, Neuroscience research, Science and engineering education, Economic development in Africa, Public policy research and advice and the Arts. It was set up in 1967 David Sainsbury. More than a funder, Gatsby acts as an enabler for projects, designing, developing, overseeing and, in some cases, delivering activities. Gatsby promotes innovation in research through it's various promgrammes running at European academies and also supports sustainable development in East Africa.