Bringing startup dynamics to the nonprofit sector

Our US cohorts

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APPLICATION WINDOW

Now Closed

Applications for the 2027 cohort open in March.

Cohort size per branch

5 Fellows

Duration

3 years

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WHO CAN APPLY

  • —Aged 20 and 25
  • —Founders or co-founders of registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits
  • —Active leadership in nonprofit operations
  • —Committed to continuing your nonprofit over the next 3 years

Your 3-Year Journey

Y1

YEAR 1

Roots

CADENCE

Monthly check-ins, quarterly mentor cycles, annual branch summits and exchanges

KEY MILESTONES

  • •Clarify mission, vision, and theory of change
  • •Build nonprofit operating model & governance
  • •Establish metrics & measurement framework
  • •Create new fundraising strategy
  • •Develop storytelling & digital presence
Y2

YEAR 2

Skyline

CADENCE

Monthly check-ins, quarterly mentor cycles, annual branch summits and exchanges

KEY MILESTONES

  • •Refine program delivery and expand reach
  • •Build strategic partnerships & collaborations
  • •Diversify revenue streams and funding sources
  • •Strengthen operations, legal, and finance systems
  • •Launch digital campaigns
Y3

YEAR 3

Stars

CADENCE

Monthly check-ins, quarterly mentor cycles, annual branch summits and exchanges

KEY MILESTONES

  • •Develop merger, transition, or continuity plan
  • •Build leadership team and succession strategy
  • •Secure multi-year funding commitments
  • •Document impact and prepare for evaluation
  • •Launch community engagement & long-term support

How TRIIBE helps: Step-by-Step

1

Onboard & Assess

Baseline assessment of your nonprofit, goals, and current capacity

5

Present with Humility

Speak at branch summits, meet donors, supporters, and partners

2

Define the Plan

Establish priorities, success metrics, and quarterly goals

6

Measure & Reflect

Regular checkpoints, surveys, and progress reviews

3

Match Mentors

Pairing with experienced mentors aligned to your needs

7

Unlock Funding

Develop new relationships to investors as you continue your nonprofit

4

Execute with Support

Mentorship, tools, resources, and peer community

8

Beyond the residence

Become the operators institutions need to deliver a return on impact

Frequently Asked Questions

We use case studies and quarterly surveys to measure each founder's digital presence, their sense of community and wellbeing, the impact of their organization, and the funds they raise.
Next-gen founders aged 20-25 committed to continuing your registered nonprofit over the next 3 years.
Mentorship can be used to advise on any legitimate organizational need that supports your nonprofit’s mission and growth, including operations, program costs, technology, or marketing.
You should be working on your nonprofit for at least 20 hours per week, making time for monthly TRIIBE check-ins, mentor meetings, summits, exchanges, and broader community engagement.
Fellows in residence transition into our fellowship with access to funders, advisors, and an expanding fellowship of philentrepreneurs for life.

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Channeling capital tothe nonprofit startupecosystem

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