We are the next era of leadership—bold, visionary, and equity-driven.

At Future Funders, we are not just imagining a new era of philanthropy—we are building it alongside industry pioneers who share our commitment to equity, innovation, and transformational change.

Our Core
Values

Visionary Leadership

We don’t follow outdated models—we design what’s next. We believe in reimagining philanthropy from the ground up. Leadership should reflect the richness of our communities and be bold enough to challenge norms, disrupt inequity, and create lasting impact.

RadicaL Innovation

Transformative change requires bold thinking and action. We push beyond traditional paradigms, designing fresh, equity-driven approaches that shift power, redistribute resources, and unlock new possibilities for BIPOC leaders to thrive.

EQUITY BY DESIGN

Equity isn’t an afterthought—it’s the foundation for a future for all. We believe that true inclusion means co-creating systems where BIPOC leaders don’t just have a seat at the table—they help build the table itself. Our work ensures that leadership and funding structures are intentionally designed for justice, not just retrofitted for diversity.

Collective Power

Communities, not individuals, create lasting change. We are not just developing leaders—we are building a network of changemakers who support, challenge, and inspire each other to push philanthropy beyond words into action. Change happens when we move together with intention, strategy, and collective force.

INTRODUCING THE FOUNDERS TABLE

we believe that leadership isn’t inherited—it’s built.

Philanthropy wasn’t built for equity—but we’re here to rewrite the rules. The Founders Table is more than an advisory board—it’s a force for change. A collective of bold leaders, funders, and changemakers, we’re dismantling barriers, shifting power, and designing a new era of philanthropy.

  • Tomás Alvarez III

    Tomas is an Ashoka Fellow, former CNN Hero, and social entrepreneur with a proven track record in leading initiatives that center racial justice and systems transformation. Tomas is currently pursuing his doctorate at USC’s Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, where he focuses on race-based funding disparities and systems change in philanthropy. His work has spanned founding social enterprises, leading nonprofit organizations, and catalyzing network-based social impact solutions.

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What WE’RE WORKING ON

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Redesigning leadership structures so BIPOC leaders are positioned to thrive, not just participate.

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Mentoring and championing the next generation of changemakers to take bold leadership roles.

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Challenging outdated funding models and embedding equity into every philanthropic decision.

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Building a movement that redefines who has power in philanthropy—and how it is used.

  • Together we are turning equity from an aspiration into an operational reality.

    We invite you to join us in shaping what’s next.

Join Our Network

Be part of the movement shaping a new era of philanthropy—where equity isn’t just a stated value, but an embodied practice.

BIPOC Leaders

You don’t just belong in leadership—you belong at the helm of change. Join our community of impact-driven BIPOC leaders, access game-changing opportunities, and build the skills, connections, and influence to transform philanthropy from within.

Foundations

Be part of a bold new era in philanthropic leadership and giving. Gain access to untapped BIPOC talent, groundbreaking strategies, and leadership models that are transforming the sector into one that is inclusive, innovative, and equity-driven.