New Profit’s Build Investments Program

New Profit’s Build Investments program is a philanthropic initiative offering substantial, multi-year unrestricted funding and strategic advisory support to nonprofit organizations operating within the United States and its territories. Administered by New Profit, a national nonprofit venture philanthropy organization, the program focuses on strengthening the capacity and sustainability of social entrepreneurs tackling challenges across the intersecting domains of education, economic mobility, and democracy. The funder prioritizes organizations that are community-guided, possess a demonstrable track record of impact, and show readiness to scale or evolve their work. The Build Investments grant provides recipients with $1.5 million in unrestricted capital over a four-year term, alongside access to dedicated strategic support through a New Profit Deal Partner. This partner collaborates closely with the grantee’s leadership, serving as both a strategic advisor and a member of the organization’s board of directors. Grantees also become part of a peer network, participating in convenings and gaining access to a broader community of social innovators and thought leaders. Grants awarded through the Build Investments program are designed to offer maximum flexibility, enabling organizations to allocate funding to areas that directly contribute to impact, growth, and financial resilience. The partnership is intended to help nonprofits refine their leadership structures, impact models, strategic and operational plans, and financial sustainability frameworks. The support model is tailored to the unique goals and challenges of each participating organization, fostering a long-term collaborative relationship rather than a transactional funding arrangement. The application process for Build Investments begins with the submission of a Discovery Form, which is accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. This initial form communicates an organization's interest and provides the New Profit team with baseline information to assess alignment with upcoming funding cycles. If the organization is deemed aligned, they may be invited to submit a full application for a specific cycle. Following this, applicants undergo a screening and diligence process involving interviews with key team members. Finalists are selected based on criteria including alignment with New Profit's mission, leadership quality, financial health, and the organization's readiness to fully engage in the Build support model. To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet several core criteria. They must operate with a focus on the U.S. or its territories, hold 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, and have an annual expense budget of at least $2 million. Additionally, the organization must be led by at least one full-time social entrepreneur and demonstrate a willingness to actively participate in the support relationship, including regular engagement with a New Profit Deal Partner and attending at least one convening per year. Organizations interested in the Build Investments program should begin by completing the Discovery Form available year-round. While this does not constitute a formal application, it is a prerequisite step in the selection process. For general inquiries, prospective applicants can contact [email protected].