Social Venture
Founders.
We are interested in entrepreneurs, institutional builders, and innovators who are tackling complex societal challenges by creating new models — rather than attempting to reform failing systems.
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How We Support
Breakthrough Builders supports bold founders through:
01
Seed grants
Early philanthropic support of $10K – $50K per idea is designed to help founders test their idea and demonstrate traction.
02
Strategic guidance
Founders in the Breakthrough Builders community receive strategic guidance and perspective from seasoned entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators.
03
Access to philanthropic network
Founders are invited to exclusive showcases, pitch competitions, workshops, and other events with philanthropists and investors in the Breakthrough Builders syndicate.
04
Milestone-based support
As ventures demonstrate real progress and credibility, additional resources can follow.
What We Look For
Qualities of bold founders.
Areas of Interest
Examples of social ventures of interest.
Breakthrough Builders does not support political or policy-focused ventures.
- 01New educational models and institutions
- 02Technological innovations that expand human freedom
- 03New approaches to civic life and social trust
- 04Breakthrough models in health, governance, or community
- 05Ventures that create meaningful work, dignity, and opportunity
- 06Both non-profit and/or for-profit models
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