The chabot space & science center foundation is to operate the chabot space & science center, to carry out charitable and educational activities, to develop, cultivate, and advocate greater public interest in science and to inspire and educate students of ALL AGES about our planet earth and the universe. Serving the highly diverse community of oakland and the greater SAN francisco BAY AREA, chabot AIMS to make science and space accessible and engaging to a multitude of audiences through exhibits, education, and youth development programs.