Leave behind the limitations of traditional philanthropy and discover values-driven, community-aligned, impactful giving. Invest in change, meaningfully.
We partner with individuals, families, foundations, and donor communities who are committed to eliminating disparities through relationship, repair, and the redistribution of wealth. We know that when values, relationships, and resources are strategically aligned, you are positioned to build a more just and equitable world, authentically. Giving becomes a joyful, meaningful, creative act — a way to restore, regenerate, and move forward boldly together.
Our work has helped move more than 50 million dollars to organizations led by and serving people and communities of color.
We build long-term relationships with our clients and partners, earning and upholding the trust that sustainable progress requires.
We work in deep partnership with movement leaders to wisely advance investment in people and communities of color.
Executive Director, Marc & Jeanne Malnati Family Foundation
Whether you’re just beginning your giving journey or already leading complex initiatives, we meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Align your giving with your racial justice, equity, and fairness values. Align your investing with your impact goals.
Values & Vision Workshops: We facilitate personal learning journeys to surface your core values, define your philanthropic vision, and clarify focus.
Strategic Giving Guidance: We provide expert advice and specialized research to shape and advance your philanthropic strategies.
Grantmaking Implementation Support: We design and implement effective grantmaking practices, scaled to your current level of giving and capacity.
Strategy Refresh & Inflection Point Advising: We partner with you to refine your strategies as your giving changes.
Building knowledge and capacity to advance equity, together, at multiple levels.
Strategic Planning & Decision Support: Facilitate planning processes and provide advisory support to help philanthropic intermediaries and donor collectives navigate complex decisions.
Equity & Impact Audits: Conduct assessments of funder strategies and grantee portfolios to identify opportunities to increase equity and deepen impact.
Initiative & Fund Design: Support the design and implementation of new philanthropic initiatives, collaborative efforts, and issue-specific funding strategies.
At Bold Ventures, we believe that giving isn’t just about generosity. It’s about responsibility and solidarity.
Whether you’re exploring how to align your personal values with your giving, or leading a foundation committed to systemic change, we help you navigate the complexities of modern philanthropy with clarity and purpose.
