Stand Up for Economic Opportunity

 

 

Launched in conjunction with Start Small Think Big's 15th anniversary, the Ambassadors Circle marks the next stage in Start Small's development.

Ambassadors Circle members provide crucial general operating funding to further Start Small's mission. As an organization heavily funded by corporations and foundations with strict funding limitations, donations from individuals provided much needed flexibility to deploy funding where it is most needed.

Join us to become an ambassador for economic equity. Supporting Start Small brings entrepreneurs one step closer to their goal of owning a thriving small business and building wealth for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Joining the Ambassadors Circle with a gift of $10,000 or more will make a meaningful difference in Start Small's ability to fulfill our mission of advancing economic equity.

 


To make a gift by wire transfer, stock, IRA distribution, or through your donor-advised fund, 
please contact victoria@startsmallthinkbig.org

DONATE

 

Your Donation Supports

2,678

skill-based professional volunteers in 2023

$22.6M

savings to entrepreneurs with pro bono legal and finance services

3,488+

entrepreneurs receiving services


Ambassadors Circle Leadership

Chair

Michael Pastor

Members

Jason Ewart

Partner, Clifford Chance

Joseph Kaufman

 Partner, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Angela McCray

General Counsel & CCO, SurgoCap Partners


To make a gift by wire transfer, stock, IRA distribution, or through your donor-advised fund, 
please contact victoria@startsmallthinkbig.org

DONATE

 

For more information, contact Start Small Think Big Development Director, Victoria Shadle Williams, at victoria@startsmallthinkbig.org
 

 

Why Support Start Small Think Big?

For 15 years, Start Small Think Big has broken down barriers to economic opportunity for small business owners facing systemic barriers to success. We are efficient and effective, using a structured and proven volunteer model to provide tens of millions of dollars worth of pro bono business services to thousands of entrepreneurs annually – all 100% free to entrepreneurs. Shopping at small businesses is so important, but the foundational legal and financial support we provide has a lasting ripple effect of change. We know successful small business ownership is life changing and can create pathways to sustainable economic mobility, breaking down the racial and gender-based wealth gaps in the U.S. We also know the odds of successful small business owners are skewed. That's where Start Small Think Big comes in. As a result of the work we do, entrepreneurs increase their knowledge and confidence in running a successful, sustainable business. They become more resilient to the risks and challenges all small businesses face. They also tap into a network of peers, inspiring one another to greater heights.